Which HLA type is more commonly associated with balnitis circinata?

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Which HLA type is more commonly associated with balnitis circinata ?

  • A. HLA-B7
  • B. HLA-B15
  • C. HLA-B27
  • D. HLA-B51
  • E. HLA-DR4

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C
The condition shown is balnitis circinata which is part of the constellation of findings in Reiter’s
syndrome in addition to arthritis, urethritis, and conjunctivitis. There is a higher incidence of this

condition people with HLA-B27.