Derm

Question 1

granuloma gluteale infantum

Answer 1

complication of contact dermatitis

topical steroids for contact dermatitis
secondary infection with candida

asymptomatic firm erythematous or violaceous nodules. The nodules are located in inguinal folds, on the convexities of the buttocks, and less commonly, in the scrotal area and medial thighs.

Question 2

tinea corporis

Answer 2

can tx topically if localized with terbinafine (Lamisil) and butenafine (Lotrimin Ultra).

If generalized use terbinafine [not Ketoconazole (boxed warnings about hepatic toxicity) or griseofulvin(more SE as well)]

Question 3

Sweet’s syndrome

Answer 3

“acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis”

sx:

• Fever
• Painful small red bumps on your arms, face, neck or back
• Bumps that grow quickly in size, spreading into painful clusters up to an inch (2.5 centimeters) in diameter

CAN BE ASSOCIATED WITH CANCER the most frequent of which is AML