Psoriasis
Psoriasis ( 40 Questions)
Smooth and pink patches on the skin - This is not characteristic of psoriasis, which typically involves scaling and thickening of the skin.
Flaky, white patches on the skin - This is not typical of psoriasis; the patches are usually red and scaly.
Psoriasis commonly presents as red, scaly, and thickened patches on the skin. These patches can be itchy, painful, and sometimes crack and bleed.
Raised, flesh-colored bumps on the skin - This description does not match the typical appearance of psoriasis patches.
Explanation: Psoriasis commonly presents as red, scaly, and thickened patches on the skin. These patches can be itchy, painful, and sometimes crack and bleed.
Incorrect choices: a. Smooth and pink patches on the skin - This is not characteristic of psoriasis, which typically involves scaling and thickening of the skin.
b. Flaky, white patches on the skin - This is not typical of psoriasis; the patches are usually red and scaly.
d. Raised, flesh-colored bumps on the skin - This description does not match the typical appearance of psoriasis patches.