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What is psoriasis?
What is psoriasis?
- A viral condition causing rapid skin cell accumulation
- A contagious skin disease causing red scaly patches
- A bacterial infection leading to excessive skin production
- An inflammatory disease affecting the skin and joints (correct)
What are the scaly patches caused by psoriasis called?
What are the scaly patches caused by psoriasis called?
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Fungal lesions
- Psoriatic plaques (correct)
Where do plaques frequently occur on the skin?
Where do plaques frequently occur on the skin?
- Elbows and knees (correct)
- Palms and soles
- Back and abdomen
- Underarms and thighs
What causes cells to build up on the skin's surface in psoriasis?
What causes cells to build up on the skin's surface in psoriasis?
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What is the alteration in cell kinetics of the keratinocytes in psoriasis?
What is the alteration in cell kinetics of the keratinocytes in psoriasis?
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