Dermatology MCQs

What dermatological condition presents with a 'cobblestone' appearance in the oral mucosa?

Which condition is characterized by silvery scales on erythematous plaques?

A patient is diagnosed with a single, rough, scaly lesion caused by sun exposure. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Kaposi sarcoma is most commonly associated with infection by which agent?

In the Mohs surgery technique for skin cancer removal, what is the primary advantage?

Which histological feature is characteristic of squamous cell carcinoma?

Which type of drug is terbinafine, often used to treat fungal nail infections?

Which of the following is NOT a common site for psoriasis plaques?

Which medication is NOT typically used in the treatment of psoriasis?

A patient presents with thick, dark, velvety patches on the neck and axillae. What is the most likely diagnosis?

What is the characteristic feature of erythema multiforme?

Which of the following describes the mechanism of action of topical retinoids in acne treatment?

Which medication is primarily used to treat severe psoriasis?

What is the primary treatment goal in the management of hidradenitis suppurativa?

In the management of atopic dermatitis, which type of moisturizer is preferred?

Which of the following is not a typical feature of cutaneous lupus erythematosus?

What is the primary cause of cellulitis?

Which of the following is a common trigger for rosacea flare-ups?

Which condition is associated with gluten sensitivity and presents with pruritic blistering lesions on the elbows and knees?

A patient with a history of atopic dermatitis is most likely to have which associated condition?

A patient presents with a 'herald patch' followed by a 'Christmas-tree' pattern rash. What is the most likely diagnosis?

A patient with a chronic condition exhibits thickened skin from persistent scratching. What is this phenomenon called?

What is the first-line treatment for scabies?

What is the characteristic histological finding in basal cell carcinoma?

What is the first-line treatment for acne vulgaris?

What is the gold standard diagnostic technique for melanoma?

A patient presents with nail changes including pitting and onycholysis. What condition might you suspect?

A patient presents with a sharply demarcated, circular, itchy patch on their arm. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Which of the following is a feature of melanoma on dermoscopy?

What type of hypersensitivity reaction is contact dermatitis?

What is the cause of alopecia areata?

What type of UV radiation is most associated with the development of melanoma?

What is the term for excessive sweating?

Which condition is characterized by a 'butterfly rash' on the face?

Phototherapy is an effective treatment for which of the following conditions?

The presence of comedones is a distinguishing feature of which skin condition?

Which organism is primarily responsible for athlete's foot (tinea pedis)?

What is the most common type of skin cancer?

What is an essential diagnostic criterion for atopic dermatitis?

What is the term for the dilated superficial blood vessels often seen in rosacea?