Derm Flashcards
target lesions
erythema multiforme
Happens as a result of infection, usually self-limiting
light brown papules with a depressed center
molluscum contagiosum
caused by a poxvirus, in children/immunocompromised people
eczema Mx
emollients
topical hydrocortison / eumovate
Px of psoriasis
demarcated plaque, scaly, pink
nail onchylosis
Mx of psoriasis
vitamin d analogue
UV therapy
muscle pain and weakness
eczema on knuckles/elbows
photosensitive rash on back
rash around eyes
dermatomyositis
gottron lesions
heliotrope rash in the periorbital region
differentiating between SJS and TEN
SJS: <10% of body, TEN > 10%
Px of SJS / TEN
blistering patches all over body, peel to reveal raw flesh
blisters in mucosal membranes e.g. mouth
TEN is >10% of body surface
SJS is <10% of body surface
Mx of acne vulgaris
benzoyl peroxide
limecycline
isotretinoin (must be prescribed by dermatologist)
difference between cellulitis and erysipelas
cellulitis has poorly demarcated edges
erysipelas is superficial cellulitis
cause of hand foot and mouth
coxsackie a virus
pearly papule with telangectasia
basal cell carcinoma
red ulcerated bump that doesn’t heal
squamous cell carcinoma
dark patch, irregular edges, growing bigger, getting darker
melanoma
what is assessed to determine severity of melanoma
depth of melanoma
breslow hickness