DDx of genital lesions 406 Flashcards
what are the differential diagnosis of genital warts that are normal and non harmful ?
penile pearly papules
sebaceous cysts
sebaceous glands
what are the differential diagnosis of genital warts that are normal and non harmful ?
penile pearly papules
sebacous cysts
sebacius glands
what is folliculitis ?
inflammation involving hair follicles and is commonly found in the pubic area
what are the predisposing factors for folliculitis ?
shaving and tight clothes
hot tub folliculitis
what is molluscum contagiousum ?
an STI that is caused by a virus MCV
how is molluscum contagiuosum transmitted
through skin to skin contact
how can molluscum contagiosum be treated ?
through cryotherapy and curettage
what is scabies ?
little red bumps seen on the genital area and is distinctive by its severe itchiness
what is the cause of scabies ?
mites
how can scabies be treated ?
permethrin cream
what is the usual presentation of erythroplasia of queryat ?
uncircumscied men
what is the usual presentation of erythroplasia of queryat ?
uncircumscied men
what tests should you suggest for a patient complaining of genital warts ?
urine test for gonorrhea and chlamydia
blood test for syphilis and HIV
what conditions are associated with more extensive and more difficult to treat warts ?
HIV
Pregnancy
Immunosuppression
what is the classic presentation of a patient who has Herpes ?
has multiple painful genital ulcers
tender glands
dysuria
new sexual partner