A 40-year-old man with no significant past history presents with a 2-week history of erythematous scaling on the scalp and behind the ears, with well-...

Question

A 40-year-old man with no significant past history presents with a 2-week history of erythematous scaling on the scalp and behind the ears, with well-demarcated plaques on the elbows. There is no systemic involvement. According to Australian psoriasis guidance, what is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

High-potency topical corticosteroid and vitamin D analogue combination

Answer

Systemic methotrexate

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Biologic therapy

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Oral prednisone course

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No treatment is required

au-racgp MCQ (SBA): Plaque psoriasis