Derm Flashcards
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Q
A 7 year old child admitted for fever and a limp is being discharged with a diagnosis of transient synovitis. Before dc, mom points out a rash that had appeared on the patients neck. She notes that he had a similar rash last summer when he had Covid 19 that faded and went away. The rash is flat, circular, and erythematous on the back of his neck. The best next step is:
A) apply hydrocortisone
B) contact CPS
C) recommend mosquito repellent
D) stop current medications
A
D. This is a fixed drug eruption likely due to an antipyretic used during acute illnesses.
