Question

A 29-year-old man presents with erythematous plaques over his extensor elbows and knees with silvery scale and nail pitting. What systemic comorbidity should be routinely screened for in primary care?

Accepted Answer

Metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular risk factors

Answer

Hyperthyroidism

Answer

Coeliac disease

Answer

Pulmonary fibrosis

Answer

Parkinson disease

Practice question

A 29-year-old man presents with erythematous plaques over his extensor elbows and knees with silvery scale and nail pitting. What systemic comorbidity should be routinely screened for in primary care?