Dermatology Flashcards
What would you ask about the presenting complaint?
Nature ( e.g. rash)
Site
Duration
Evolution
Symptoms
Triggers
What is the classification system for skin types ?
Fitzpatrick Skin Types
How do you examine the skin?
Inspect
Palpate
Describe
Systemic check
How would you describe the skin lesion?
Site
Colour
Associated changes
Morphology
What is the ABCD for pigmented lesions?
Asymmetry
Border
Colour
Diameter
What are scratch marks called?
Excoriations
What is a macule?
A flat lesion
What is a papule?
A raised bump
What is Erythroderma?
Extensive erythematous exfoliative skin
Total skin failure
Hypothermia and Renal Failure
What are the causes of Erythroderma?
Psoriasis
Eczema
Drugs
Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoma
What are the symptoms of Erythroderma?
Pruitus
Fatigue
Anorexia
Feeling cold
What is the outer layer of the skin?
Epidermis
What are the major cell types in the Epdidermis?
Keratinocytes
Langerhans cells
Melanocytes
Merkel Cells
What are the five layers of the epidermis ?
Stratum Corneum
Stratum Lucidum ( only in thick skin )
Stratum Granulosum
Stratum Spinosum
Stratum basale
How long is the epidermal cell turnover time?
30 days
