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What is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate cutaneous involvement in vasculitis?
What is the first-line treatment for mild to moderate cutaneous involvement in vasculitis?
- Systemic corticosteroids
- Anticoagulation therapy
- Underlying cause treatment
- Potent topical steroids (correct)
Which of the following autoimmune diseases is Raynaud's phenomenon most commonly associated with?
Which of the following autoimmune diseases is Raynaud's phenomenon most commonly associated with?
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Systemic sclerosis (correct)
- Psoriasis
- Osteoarthritis
What is the most common symptom of Raynaud's phenomenon immediately following exposure to cold?
What is the most common symptom of Raynaud's phenomenon immediately following exposure to cold?
- Swelling
- Numbness
- Color change (correct)
- Pain
In persistent cases of cutaneous vasculitis, what type of medication may be needed as an alternative to corticosteroids?
In persistent cases of cutaneous vasculitis, what type of medication may be needed as an alternative to corticosteroids?
What distinguishes primary Raynaud's phenomenon from secondary Raynaud's phenomenon?
What distinguishes primary Raynaud's phenomenon from secondary Raynaud's phenomenon?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Raynaud's phenomenon?
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of Raynaud's phenomenon?
What is the most common skin involvement seen in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients?
What is the most common skin involvement seen in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients?
Which of the following drugs has been known to trigger Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
Which of the following drugs has been known to trigger Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
What is a diagnostic criterion for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
What is a diagnostic criterion for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
What type of skin eruption is typically seen in Subacute Lupus Erythematosus?
What type of skin eruption is typically seen in Subacute Lupus Erythematosus?
Which of the following is a common manifestation of neonatal lupus erythematosus?
Which of the following is a common manifestation of neonatal lupus erythematosus?
What treatment is usually required for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) with organ involvement?
What treatment is usually required for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) with organ involvement?
'Butterfly rash' is associated with which type of Lupus?
'Butterfly rash' is associated with which type of Lupus?
What is the main skin manifestation seen in dermatomyositis affecting the fingers?
What is the main skin manifestation seen in dermatomyositis affecting the fingers?
Which antibody may be detected in dermatomyositis?
Which antibody may be detected in dermatomyositis?
What type of muscle involvement is typically seen in dermatomyositis?
What type of muscle involvement is typically seen in dermatomyositis?
Which treatment option can help achieve rapid control of symptoms in dermatomyositis?
Which treatment option can help achieve rapid control of symptoms in dermatomyositis?
What is the characteristic feature usually seen in mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) involving the hands?
What is the characteristic feature usually seen in mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) involving the hands?
Which condition is characterized by overlapping features of SLE, scleroderma, and myositis?
Which condition is characterized by overlapping features of SLE, scleroderma, and myositis?
In systemic sclerosis (SSc), which diagnostic test is most commonly elevated in patients?
In systemic sclerosis (SSc), which diagnostic test is most commonly elevated in patients?
What is a characteristic symptom seen in CREST syndrome?
What is a characteristic symptom seen in CREST syndrome?
Which investigation is specifically recommended for diagnosing CREST syndrome?
Which investigation is specifically recommended for diagnosing CREST syndrome?
What is the key feature of Morphaea, a benign form of localized systemic sclerosis?
What is the key feature of Morphaea, a benign form of localized systemic sclerosis?
Which condition mainly affects the genital and perineal regions in women and is described as an itchy eruption?
Which condition mainly affects the genital and perineal regions in women and is described as an itchy eruption?
Which treatment is specifically mentioned for managing sclerodactyly in systemic sclerosis (SSc)?
Which treatment is specifically mentioned for managing sclerodactyly in systemic sclerosis (SSc)?
What is the first symptom typically observed in CREST syndrome?
What is the first symptom typically observed in CREST syndrome?
What is the distinctive color of the atrophic patches and plaques seen in Lichen Sclerosus?
What is the distinctive color of the atrophic patches and plaques seen in Lichen Sclerosus?
Which condition may rarely be associated with the development of squamous cell carcinoma in adults?
Which condition may rarely be associated with the development of squamous cell carcinoma in adults?
In Lichen Planus, what is the term used to describe the shiny purple-colored flat-topped papules in the 6 Ps mnemonic?
In Lichen Planus, what is the term used to describe the shiny purple-colored flat-topped papules in the 6 Ps mnemonic?
Which skin condition is characterized by the presence of Wickham’s striae on the surface of lesions?
Which skin condition is characterized by the presence of Wickham’s striae on the surface of lesions?
What is the main underlying cause of Lichen Planus?
What is the main underlying cause of Lichen Planus?
In which type of skin, Lichen Planus may present as very hypertrophic and heal with marked hyperpigmentation?
In which type of skin, Lichen Planus may present as very hypertrophic and heal with marked hyperpigmentation?
Which condition is characterized by fibrosis of the underlying tissues and loss of normal genital architecture?
Which condition is characterized by fibrosis of the underlying tissues and loss of normal genital architecture?
'Koebner phenomenon' is associated with which skin condition presenting as lesions in linear scratches or surgical scars?
'Koebner phenomenon' is associated with which skin condition presenting as lesions in linear scratches or surgical scars?
