Cutaenous drug eruptions Flashcards
1
Q
define
A
dermatological presentation of a reaction to a drug
2
Q
when does this reaction resolve
A
usually when the drug is withdrawn (consider factors why not)
3
Q
risk factors for this
A
immunosuppression
age
4
Q
presentation
A
exanthematous/maculopapular urticarial pustular itch/pain pigmentation photosensitivity
5
Q
diagnosis
A
history and examination phototesting biopsies patch testing skin prick (not indicated for type 3 as can trigger SJS, TEN and DRESS)
6
Q
management
A
discontinue drug if possible topical corticosteroids antihistamines allergy bracelet yellow card scheme
7
Q
different type of drug eruptions
A
- immunologically cell-mediated
- non-immunological reactions
- exanthematous
- urticarial
- pustular
- fixed
- phototoxic
