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Cutaneous ManifestationsQuestion 7/10

A 48-year-old man with HIV and a CD4 count of 54 cells/mm3 is seen in the clinic for a follow-up visit. He recently started taking antiretroviral therapy. His physical examination reveals scaly erythematous plaques on the scalp, face, and beard region (Figure 1).

Which one of the following would you recommend for treatment of this condition?

Erythematous rash on face in beard region
Figure 1. Rash on Face and Beard Area
Erythematous rash on face in beard region
Source: photograph from David H. Spach, MD
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June 28th, 2026

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