Squamous cell carcinoma: 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 · Squamous cell carcinoma

Sample item

Persistent keratotic ulcerated sun-exposed lesion suggests what?

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The answer and the reasoning

C. Squamous cell carcinoma

This item reviews Squamous cell carcinoma; Squamous cell carcinoma is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Option by option

  • A. Molluscum

    Molluscum is not supported by the defining findings.

  • B. Tinea

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

  • C. Squamous cell carcinoma (correct)

    Correct. Squamous cell carcinoma directly fits the key features in the stem.

  • D. Urticaria

    Urticaria does not match the stated presentation.

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What is the answer to this Dermatology question?

The best answer is C, Squamous cell carcinoma. This item reviews Squamous cell carcinoma; Squamous cell carcinoma is the single best answer because it matches the clinical pattern described.

Why is "Molluscum" not the answer?

Molluscum is not supported by the defining findings.

Why is "Tinea" not the answer?

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

Why is "Urticaria" not the answer?

Urticaria does not match the stated presentation.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Squamous cell carcinoma in Dermatology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Squamous cell carcinoma 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 Squamous cell carcinoma?

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.