9 Pointed Questions on Lichenoid Eruptions

You will likely see these 3 lichenoid rashes-all asymptomatic and all in patients with noncontributory medical histories-in the course of primary care practice.

Take this quick quiz to test your knowledge of lichenoid dermatoses.

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Question 1:

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The correct answer is C. Lichen nitidus

Question 2.

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The correct answer is A. Lichen spinulosus

Question 3.

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The correct answer is B. Lichen striatus

Question 4.

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The correct answer is A. Trauma or irritation of the skin (eg, scratching) elicits a primary lesion.

Question 5.

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The correct answer is C. Skin follicles in some disease states or with ethnic dark skin are much more visible.

Question 6.

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The correct answer is B. Progression, weeks to months; resolution, months to years

Question 7.

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The correct answer is D. A, B, and C

Question 8.

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The correct answer is A. Antibiotics

Question 9.

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The correct answer is B. False

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