Herpes simplex: practice question

A Dermatology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Dermatology · Herpes simplex

Sample item

Grouped painful vesicles on a lip are typical of what?

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The answer and the reasoning

B. Herpes simplex

This item reviews Herpes simplex; Herpes simplex is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Erythema nodosum

    Erythema nodosum is not supported by the defining findings.

  • B. Herpes simplex (correct)

    Correct. Herpes simplex directly fits the key features in the stem.

  • C. Impetigo only

    Impetigo only does not match the stated presentation.

  • D. Psoriasis

    Psoriasis is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

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What is the answer to this Dermatology question?

The best answer is B, Herpes simplex. This item reviews Herpes simplex; Herpes simplex is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Erythema nodosum" not the answer?

Erythema nodosum is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Impetigo only" not the answer?

Impetigo only does not match the stated presentation.

Why is "Psoriasis" not the answer?

Psoriasis is a plausible alternative but not the best answer here.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Herpes simplex in Dermatology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Herpes simplex directly fits the key features in the stem.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Herpes simplex?

Learn each condition by its primary lesion, site and signature sign. Then use the flashcards and the other Dermatology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.