Pathology · single question
Civatte bodies on biopsy are characteristic of lichen planus. The appropriate treatment is:
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Correct answer: A. Topical clobetasol (corticosteroid)
- A. Correct. Civatte (colloid) bodies indicate lichen planus; high-potency topical corticosteroids such as clobetasol are first-line.
- B. Nystatin treats candidiasis, not lichen planus.
- C. Acyclovir is antiviral (herpes), not for lichen planus.
- D. Antibiotics have no role in this immune-mediated condition.