Medical history Male, 56 years old, from Belo Horizonte, sought the specialized medical service reporting squamous erythematous lesions disseminated by the body, with a recurrent character, about 20 years ago. He also complains of a consequent reduction in quality of life and difficulty in working and establishing interpersonal relationships. The patient also reports two hospitalizations for exfoliative erythroderma and previous treatment with methotrexate, acitretin and UVB-NB phototherapy. Patient's photos, presenting erythematous papulosquamous lesions in the thorax and upper and limbs, with a great extension.Patient´s photos, presenting erythematous papulosquamous lesions in the lower limbs, with a great extension. Question:Given the clinical history and the physical examination illustrated by the photos, what is the most likely diagnosis? a) Bowen's disease b) Psoriasis vulgaris c) Lichen simplex chronicus d) Pityriasis rubra pilaris Test Question (Timon City Hall – MA – 2014 – Dermatologist) Psoriasis is a chronic, non-contagious systemic inflammatory disease that affects the skin, nails, and occasionally the joints. Question:Check the INCORRECT option related to this disease: a) It is classified as an autoimmune disease, although its pathophysiology is not fully understood. b) Genetic predisposition is a relevant factor in the onset of the disease. c) It is an adult disease that does not occur in children. d) It has characteristic clinical forms that may be superimposed. e) The distribution between the genders is similar. Time is Up! Time's up
