Question

A 35-year-old man presents with sharply demarcated plaques of scaly skin on extensor surfaces and nail pitting. According to NICE, which topical treatment is considered first-line for mild plaque psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Topical corticosteroids plus vitamin D analogues

Answer

Topical coal tar alone

Answer

Oral methotrexate

Answer

Biologic therapy (e.g. adalimumab)

Answer

Phototherapy

Practice question

A 35-year-old man presents with sharply demarcated plaques of scaly skin on extensor surfaces and nail pitting. According to NICE, which topical treatment is considered first-line for mild plaque psoriasis?