DDx of Vesicular Rashes Flashcards
1
Q
Zosters
A
PAINFUL Adult, Geiatrics Dematome distribution Different stages (papule,vesicular (clear and cloudy), and crusting) 250-500 lesions
2
Q
Varicella
A
ITCHY Pediatrics Central distribution Different stages (papule,vesicular (clear and cloudy), and crusting) 250-500 lesions
3
Q
Herpes Simplex Virus
A
Vesicular -> crushing
Crops
Painful
Localized
4
Q
Varlola virus (small pox)
A
vesicular -> pustular
entire body
lesion all at same stage
5
Q
Enterovirus (hand foot mouth disease)
A
Fever
Papules, pustules, and vesicles
Localized
6
Q
S. Aureus
A
Bullae
Not itchy
Localized
7
Q
Insect bites
A
Papules (rarely vesicles)
Itchy
Variable distribution
8
Q
Contact Dermatitis
A
Papuiles, pustules, and vesicles
Itchy
Variable distribution (contact point)