A 40-year-old man with long-standing psoriasis starts a potent topical steroid continuously for 16 weeks. What risk is most relevant?...

Question

A 40-year-old man with long-standing psoriasis starts a potent topical steroid continuously for 16 weeks. What risk is most relevant?

Accepted Answer

Skin atrophy and tachyphylaxis

Answer

Cushingoid features from systemic absorption never occur

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No adverse effects

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Improved long-term control with continuous use

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Higher infection clearance

mrcgp akt MCQ (SBA): Topical steroid safety