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A 19-year-old female presents with multiple asymptomatic skin lesions on her face and shins that have been present for 6 months. On examination, there are numerous 2–4 mm, flat-topped, flesh-colored to slightly hyperpigmented plaques. The lesions are caused by infection with which of the following pathogens?

A. Human papillomavirus types 1 and 2
B. Human papillomavirus types 3 and 10
C. Human herpesvirus 8
D. Molluscum contagiosum virus
E. Staphylococcus aureus

Answer and topic summary

The answer is B. Human papillomavirus types 3 and 10

Verruca plans (aka flat warts) are small, flat plaques or patches found mostly on the face, hands, and shins. They are mostly caused by HPV 3 and 10. In most cases, warts will clear up on their own. Cryotherapy and topical medications such as salicylic acid, topical tretinoin, FU, and imiquimod are options if the wart does not resolve.

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Covered under ⇒ PANCE Blueprint Dermatology ⇒ Dermatologic Infectious diseases ⇒ Viral Dermatologic Diseases => Verrucae (ReelDx)

Also covered as part of the Family Medicine EOR and Pediatric EOR topic lists

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