Question

A 27-year-old man with plaque psoriasis on potent topical steroids plus vitamin D analogue is concerned about side effects. According to NICE, how should potent topical steroids be used for chronic plaque psoriasis?

Accepted Answer

No more than 4 weeks continuously on same area

Answer

How should potent topical steroids be used for chronic plaque psoriasis?

Answer

Daily for an indefinite period

Answer

Apply liberally all day

Answer

Combine with systemic steroids for all cases

Practice question

A 27-year-old man with plaque psoriasis on potent topical steroids plus vitamin D analogue is concerned about side effects. According to NICE, how should potent topical steroids be used for chronic plaque psoriasis?