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Practice targeted AMC-style multiple-choice questions on skin condition.

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Warts on the left hand for 2 months, no treatment yet. What is the best evidence-based treatment for warts?

A. Repeated topical salicylic acid.
B. Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen.
C. Imiquimod cream
D. Oral antiviral medication
E. Surgical excision
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A 32-year-old woman presents to her general practitioner complaining of a persistent, intensely itchy rash that started a few weeks ago. She reports that it began on her wrists and ankles and has now spread to her elbows and knees. She denies any new medications, travel, or changes in personal care products. On examination, you observe symmetrical, excoriated papules and plaques on her wrists, elbows, knees, and upper back. Some of the papules have small blisters. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial investigation?

A. Patch testing with a standard allergen series
B. Potassium hydroxide (KOH) examination of skin scraping
C. Serum IgE level
D. Skin biopsy for direct immunofluorescence
E. Viral culture of blister fluid
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A patient has Bowen's disease on their trunk. Which exposure is a significant risk factor for Bowen's disease, especially in non-sun-exposed areas?

A. Smoking
B. Chronic UV radiation
C. HPV infection
D. Arsenic exposure
E. Immunosuppression
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A 55-year-old lady presents with a painless, white, lacy pattern on her buccal mucosa that has been present for several weeks. She feels well and has no significant medical history. What is the likely diagnosis?

A. Oral lichen planus
B. Leukoplakia
C. Squamous cell carcinoma
D. Oral candidiasis
E. Erythroplakia
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