Full 2L QBank
Dental Papulosquamous disorders 1ab6719e

Pruritic, polygonal, flat-topped, violaceous papules are seen in

A
Lupus vulgaris
B
SLE
C
Lichen planus
D
Psoriasis
High-Yield Explanation
Lichen planus is an inflammatory T cell mediated autoimmune disorder affecting the skin, hair, nail and mucous membranes. Characterised by violaceous polygonal flat-topped papules and plaques. Pruritus is often severe. Skin lesions may be disfiguring, and involvement of the oral mucosa or genital mucosa in severe cases may be debilitating. Close examination of the surface of these papules often reveals a network of gray lines (Wickham's striae). The skin lesions may occur anywhere but have a predilection for the wrists, shins, lower back, and genitalia. Involvement of the scalp (lichen planopilaris) may lead to scarring alopecia, and nail involvement may lead to permanent deformity or loss of fingernails and toenails. Harrison 19e pg: 349

Related Dental MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now