Question

A 22-year-old man presents with well-demarcated scaly plaques on his extensor surfaces. His father has a similar condition. Which topical therapy is first-line for mild plaque psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

Topical vitamin D analogue (e.g. calcipotriol)

Answer

Topical potent corticosteroid alone

Answer

Coal tar shampoo

Answer

Oral methotrexate

Answer

Phototherapy

Practice question

A 22-year-old man presents with well-demarcated scaly plaques on his extensor surfaces. His father has a similar condition. Which topical therapy is first-line for mild plaque psoriasis?