Question

A patient has a well-defined scaly plaque on the extensor surface of the elbow, suggestive of plaque psoriasis. Which first-line topical therapy is recommended for mild plaque psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Topical vitamin D analogues (e.g. calcipotriol)

Answer

Topical antibiotics

Answer

Topical tacrolimus

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Topical retinoids

Answer

Oral methotrexate

Practice question

A patient has a well-defined scaly plaque on the extensor surface of the elbow, suggestive of plaque psoriasis. Which first-line topical therapy is recommended for mild plaque psoriasis?