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Psoriasis
Psoriasis ( 40 Questions)
A contagious bacterial skin infection - Psoriasis is not caused by bacteria, and it is not contagious.
Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, leading to the rapid buildup of skin cells and the formation of red, scaly patches on the skin's surface.
A fungal infection causing itching and rash - Psoriasis is not caused by a fungus; it is an autoimmune condition.
A viral skin condition resulting in fluid-filled blisters - Psoriasis does not result in fluid-filled blisters; it presents as red, scaly patches instead.
Explanation: Psoriasis is an autoimmune skin disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy skin cells, leading to the rapid buildup of skin cells and the formation of red, scaly patches on the skin's surface.
Incorrect choices: a. A contagious bacterial skin infection - Psoriasis is not caused by bacteria, and it is not contagious.
c. A fungal infection causing itching and rash - Psoriasis is not caused by a fungus; it is an autoimmune condition.
d. A viral skin condition resulting in fluid-filled blisters - Psoriasis does not result in fluid-filled blisters; it presents as red, scaly patches instead.