Psoriasis: 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 · Psoriasis

Sample item

What skin finding is typical of plaque psoriasis?

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The answer and the reasoning

C. Well-demarcated scaly plaques

Plaque psoriasis produces sharply demarcated erythematous plaques with adherent scale, commonly on extensor surfaces and the scalp.

Option by option

  • A. Umbilicated papules

    Umbilicated papules suggest molluscum contagiosum.

  • B. Painful dermatomal vesicles

    Dermatomal painful vesicles suggest herpes zoster.

  • C. Well-demarcated scaly plaques (correct)

    Correct: sharply bordered scaly plaques fit psoriasis.

  • D. Honey-colored crust

    Honey-colored crust is typical of impetigo.

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What is the answer to this Dermatology question?

The best answer is C, Well-demarcated scaly plaques. Plaque psoriasis produces sharply demarcated erythematous plaques with adherent scale, commonly on extensor surfaces and the scalp.

Why is "Umbilicated papules" not the answer?

Umbilicated papules suggest molluscum contagiosum.

Why is "Painful dermatomal vesicles" not the answer?

Dermatomal painful vesicles suggest herpes zoster.

Why is "Honey-colored crust" not the answer?

Honey-colored crust is typical of impetigo.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Psoriasis in Dermatology. The correct option holds because: Correct: sharply bordered scaly plaques fit psoriasis.

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 Psoriasis?

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.