Chapter 9 - Scaling Papules, Plaques, and Patches Flashcards
etiology of Discoid Lupus
autoimmune
etiology of Fungus
dermatophyte infection
etiology of Mycosis fungoides
Neoplastic lymphoma
Etiology of Pityriasis Rosea
humuan herpesvirus 6 & 7
etiology of psoriasis
unknown
etiology of Secondary syphilis
spirochete infection
fungal infection - erythematous round annular patch with clear center and scaling serpiginous border, commonly found on trunk and extremities
Tinea capitis
classic ____ = Tinea corporis
ringworm
How do you differentiate between lesions of nummular eczema and a ring worm?
nummular lesions = coin shaped & usually multiple, located on extremities. But usually no central central clearing as seen in a ringworm. KOH prep will be negative for nummular lesions.
How do you differentiate between Pityriasis rose and tine?
Pityriasis rose starts with a single herald patch. The diagnosis will become evident when the generalized eruption develops within a few weeks. KOH negative
Uncommonly impetigo presents in an annular configuration. How would u differentiate this from ringworm?
vesicles, pustules, and crusts in annular lesions should lead one to suspect bacterial rather than fungal.
How do you differentiate Erythema annular centrifugum from ring worm?
Erythema annular centrifugum = scale is inside the elevated border
how do you differentiate granuloma annulare from ringworm?
In granuloma annulare, the border is indurate and is NOT scaling
what is the name of the generalized version of erythema annulare centrifugum
erythema gyratum repens - associated with an internal malignant disease - sometimes diabetes mellitus
Jock Itch - groin rash with erythematous well demarcated patch with a serpiginous scaling border. does not involve the scrotum and penis.
Tinea cruris
Patients with Tinea cruris frequently also have what?
Tinea Pedis (athletes foot)
what are the three major causes of groin rash?
- Tinea cruris
- Candidiasis
- Intertrigo
how would you differentiate between candidiasis and tine cruris?
candidiasis appears bright, intensely erythematous (beefy red) eruptions with poorly defined borders and satellite papules and pustules; scrotum is often affected unlike tine cruris
BOTH KOH POSITIVE
how would you differentiate between intertigo and tinea cruris?
intertigo represents simple irritant dermatitis, most often found in obese patients in whom moisture accumulates between skin folds in the inguinal area, along with friction causes skin irritation. The eruption is not as erythematous as that of candidiassis, and not as sharply demarcated as tine cruris. KOH prep negative
one hand & two feet are involved - dry, unilateral, diffuse scale on one palm always see in conjunction with tine pedis; border on wrist side is often sharply demarcated.
Tinea manuum
how would u differentiate between chronic irritant contact dermatitis, xerosis, and Tinea manuum?
Chronic Irritant Contact Dermatitis & Xerosis =
chronic scaling of the palms, however these conditions involve both hands and the border is generally not well demarcated
How do you differentiate between psoriasis and Tinea manuum?
Psoriasis can affect the palms with sharply demarcated scaling plaques. Usually these plaques are bilateral and more elevated and erythematous than in tines manuum. Often lesions of psoriasis elsewhere on the body support the diagnosis.