Topical corticosteroids are contraindicated in which of the following?

A. Eczema
B. Psoriasis
C. Bacterial skin infections
D. Insect bite reactions


c
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following would include typhus, Lyme disease, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever?

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