Mohs Surgery – Friday Pop Quiz 8/16/2024
A 68-year-old man presents for a full-body skin examination 2 days after undergoing Mohs micrographic surgery for a squamous cell carcinoma of the left helix. The patient has a second appointment with the Mohs surgeon in 20 days. However, the patient is extremely frustrated with the appearance of his ear and wants alternative therapies for his ear. Which of the following is the most appropriat …
A 68-year-old man presents for a full-body skin examination 2 days after undergoing Mohs micrographic surgery for a squamous cell carcinoma of the left helix. The patient has a second appointment with the Mohs surgeon in 20 days. However, the patient is extremely frustrated with the appearance of his ear and wants alternative therapies for his ear. Which of the following is the most appropriat … 
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This middle-aged man demonstrates infiltrated, dusky plaques on all sun-exposed areas. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A. PMLE
B. Chronic actinic dermatitis
C. Actinic prurigo
D. Drug photosensitivity
E. Photoallergic contact dermatitis
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here. …