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Psoriasis (PG)
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1. Which investigation may be needed in suspected psoriatic arthritis?
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Skin biopsy
Nail clipping culture
X-ray of affected joints
Throat swab
2. Which medication may worsen psoriasis?
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Paracetamol
ACE inhibitors
Statins
Beta-blockers
3. Which lifestyle advice is beneficial for patients with psoriasis?
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Avoid exercise
Reduce water intake
Eat high-sugar foods
Maintain healthy weight
4. Which nail change is associated with psoriasis?
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Pitting
Yellow crusting
Green discoloration
Lifting of nail corners
5. Which type of psoriasis is often triggered by streptococcal throat infection?
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Guttate psoriasis
Inverse psoriasis
Erythrodermic psoriasis
Pustular psoriasis
6. Which of the following is a known trigger for psoriasis flares?
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Multivitamins
Low-fat intake
Stress
High-fibre diet
7. What is the Koebner phenomenon?
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Rapid hair loss
Psoriatic lesions appearing at sites of skin trauma
Asymptomatic secondary skin infections
Severe itching
8. What is the typical appearance of inverse psoriasis?
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Pustules on the palms
Dry, scaly patches on scalp
Crusted patches with pus
Smooth, red patches in skin folds
9. Which combination of conservative treatments is commonly used in managing mild plaque psoriasis?
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Emollients, coal tar preparations, and topical vitamin D analogues
Oral corticosteroids, UVB avoidance, and antifungal shampoo
Systemic antibiotics, coal tar shampoo, and antihistamines
Methotrexate, vitamin C cream, and retinoid soap
10. What is the underlying pathophysiology of psoriasis?
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Delayed wound healing due to fibroblast deficiency
Hyperproliferation of keratinocytes driven by immune dysregulation
Autoantibody attack on melanocytes
Defective collagen cross-linking in the dermis
11. Which type of psoriasis can be life-threatening and requires hospitalisation?
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Scalp psoriasis
Nail psoriasis
Erythrodermic psoriasis
Guttate psoriasis
12. What is the role of emollients in psoriasis?
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Kill bacteria
Suppress immune system
Reduce scaling and hydrate skin
Promote sweating
13. What is the typical age of onset for psoriasis?
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Over 80 years
Under 5 years
15–35 years
45–65 years
14. Which joint condition is associated with psoriasis?
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Rheumatoid arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis
Gout
Septic arthritis
15. Which systemic treatment is used in severe psoriasis?
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Aspirin
Methotrexate
Hydrochlorothiazide
Omeprazole
16. Which feature is typical of plaque psoriasis?
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Silvery scales
Painless bruising
Diffuse skin thickening
Fluid-filled blisters
17. Which UV therapy may be used in moderate to severe psoriasis?
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UVA1
UVA2
Infrared laser
Narrowband UVB
18. Which of the following is a common comorbidity in psoriasis?
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Peptic ulcer
Metabolic syndrome
Asthma
Epilepsy
19. Which areas are commonly affected by psoriasis?
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Elbows and knees
Feet and ankles
Face and neck
Palms only
20. Which term describes complete body involvement in psoriasis?
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Xeroderma
Tinea
Seborrhoea
Erythroderma