Autoimmune Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
AI disorder where innate immunity destroys melanocytes leading to loss of pigment formation in skin
A
vitligo
2
Q
areas affected by vitiligo
A
- face
- hands
- feet
3
Q
koebner phenomenon
A
vitiligo affecting injury sites
4
Q
vitiligo mx
A
steroids + phototherapy + immunosuppressants
5
Q
chronic inflammation disorder affecting hair follicles leading to sudden hair loss with preservation of hair follicles
A
alopecia areata
6
Q
underlying process of alopecia areata
A
hair premature conversion from growth (anagen) to loss (telogen) phase
7
Q
alopecia areata mx
A
- removal of drugs
- understand potential cause
