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What is the BEST systemic treatment for MMP?
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Correct answer: B. Systemic corticosteroids
For moderate-to-severe MMP, systemic corticosteroids (prednisone) ± steroid-sparing agents (dapsone, mycophenolate) are the treatment. Topical steroids (option C) are used for MILD/localized MMP. Antibiotics treat infection, not autoimmune. Antivirals treat herpes (viral). Systemic control is needed because MMP can affect eyes, larynx, and esophagus.
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