The Onset of This Condition Is Explosive

question 40

Multiple Choice

The onset of this condition is explosive. It is characterized by skin and mucosal lesions. The skin lesions are referred to as target, iris, or bull's eye lesions. The mucosal lesions affect the buccal mucosa, lips, and tongue and appear as superficial ulcerations. The lip lesions are ulcerated, encrusted, and bloody. On the basis of this description, you suspect:

• A) lichen planus.
• B) erythema multiforme.
• C) contact dermatitis.
• D) SLE.