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A biopsy reveals Civatte bodies. Most appropriate treatment?
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Correct answer: B. Clobetasol (topical corticosteroid)
Civatte bodies (degenerated apoptotic keratinocytes at basement membrane) = hallmark of ORAL LICHEN PLANUS histology. Treatment: topical corticosteroids (clobetasol/fluocinonide/Lidex). Acyclovir = viral; amoxicillin = bacterial; clotrimazole = Candida.