A 35-year-old with chronic plaque psoriasis localised to elbows/knees asks about first-line topical therapy. Best option?...

Question

A 35-year-old with chronic plaque psoriasis localised to elbows/knees asks about first-line topical therapy. Best option?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D analogue plus/or potent steroid regimen

Answer

Coal tar alone

Answer

Potent topical corticosteroid only for 12 weeks

Answer

Systemic methotrexate

Answer

Phototherapy immediately

mrcgp akt MCQ (SBA): Chronic plaque psoriasis