Psoriasis

Which cytokine plays a major role in the pathogenesis of psoriasis? *

IL-1

IL-6

IL-17

IL-4

The most common type of psoriasis is: *

Guttate psoriasis

Plaque psoriasis

Pustular psoriasis

Inverse psoriasis

Which of the following is NOT a first-line treatment for mild to moderate psoriasis? *

Topical corticosteroids

Vitamin D analogs

Methotrexate

Phototherapy

Which systemic therapy is a TNF-alpha inhibitor used for psoriasis? *

Ustekinumab

Adalimumab

Cyclosporine

Acitretin

Koebner’s phenomenon in psoriasis refers to: *

The spontaneous resolution of plaques

New psoriatic lesions appearing at sites of skin trauma

The worsening of psoriasis with systemic steroids

The presence of pustular lesions

Which nail change is most commonly associated with psoriasis? *

Beau’s lines

Pitting

Leukonychia

Subungual hematoma

Psoriatic arthritis occurs in approximately what percentage of psoriasis patients? *

5%

10%

30%

50%

Which lifestyle modification can help improve psoriasis symptoms? *

Increased alcohol consumption

Smoking cessation

High-fat diet

Prolonged sun exposure without protection

Which of the following is a common side effect of long-term topical steroid use in psoriasis? *

Hyperpigmentation

Skin atrophy

Excessive sebum production

Hypertension

Which systemic medication is contraindicated in pregnancy for psoriasis? *

Methotrexate

Cyclosporine

Apremilast

Secukinumab

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