derm OSCE condition features, Ix and mx as well as differences

Question 1

difference between urticara, angioedema and anaphylaxis

Answer 1

Urticaria (swelling involving the superficial dermis, raising the
epidermis): itchy wheals

● Angioedema (deeper swelling involving the dermis and
subcutaneous tissues): swelling of tongue and lips

● Anaphylaxis (also known as anaphylactic shock): bronchospasm,
facial and laryngeal oedema, hypotension; can present initially
with urticaria and angioedema

Question 2

tx for urticara

Answer 2

antihistamines

Question 3

tx for angioedema and severe urticara

Answer 3

corticosteriods

Question 4

tx for anaphylaxis

Answer 4

adrenaline, corticosteriods and antihistamines