Derm Flashcards
1
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Light microscopy for herpes zoster
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Intranuclear inclusions in keratinocytes and multinucleated giant cells
2
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Vitiligo
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Loss of epidermal melanocytes
3
Q
Common mutation in melanoma
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BRAF V600E
4
Q
Aggregates of nevus cells limited to the dermoepidermal junction
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Junctional nevi
5
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Aggregates of nevi extend into the dermis
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Compound nevi
6
Q
Xeroderma pigmentosum
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Develops due to a defect in nucleotide excision repair. Characterized by increased sensitivity to UV radiation and a high incidence of cutaneous malignancy
7
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Roseola infantum
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Most commonly caused by HHV-6. High fever followed by erythematous maculopapular rash that starts on the trunk and spreads to the face and extremities.
8
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Slapped cheek rash
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Erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease. Caused by parvovirus B19
