Question

A 25-year-old man presents with thick scaly plaques on extensor surfaces consistent with plaque psoriasis. What is the recommended first-line topical treatment?

Accepted Answer

Topical potent corticosteroid plus vitamin D analogue

Answer

Topical coal tar alone

Answer

Oral methotrexate

Answer

UVB phototherapy

Answer

Oral acitretin

Practice question

A 25-year-old man presents with thick scaly plaques on extensor surfaces consistent with plaque psoriasis. What is the recommended first-line topical treatment?