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Dermatology Flashcards

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MCC Cellulitis in Adults

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Group A Strep

Other Causes: Staph A,

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MCC Cellulitis in Neonates

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Group B Strep

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Etiology of cellulitis & Symptoms

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Breaks in skin, bites, etc.

Erythema, warmth, induration, pain, LAD, fever, edema

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Although cellulitis is a clinical diagnosis mainly, what can be seen on US?

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Cobblestoning appearance

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If an Abscess is present, what is the MCC?

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Staph A

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Explain erysipelas (from of cellulitis)

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Superficial skin infection involving local lymphatics

Sharp, demarcated border on LE or face, indurated, pruritic, painful

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MCC of erySiPelas

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Strep Pyogenes

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Treatment for erysipelas

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Oral: PCN, Amoxicillin, Cephalexin
IV: Cefazolin, Ceftriaxone

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The MC form of impetigo is _____ and the MCC of impetigo is _____

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Non-bullous

Staph A

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Explain the rash of impetigo

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Honey-colored crusts

MC on face and extremities

Erythematous macule –> pustule

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Treatment for Impetigo (non-medical and medical)

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-Remove crusts with warm cloth
-Mupirocin topical
-Avoid scratching
-oral ABX if severe (Doxy, Clinda, Bactrim if MRSA)

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Acne vulgaris is overproduction of _______ and has four parts to the pathophysiology. Name them.

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Sebaceous glands

1) follicular hyperkeratinization,
2) increased sebum production,
3) propioniobacterium overgrowth,
4) inflammatory response

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Open comedones (_____) and closed comedones (_____) are symptoms of which type of acne?

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Open: blackheads
Closed: whiteheads

Mild

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Treatment for acne vulgaris

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Mild: Topical (Azelaic acid, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, Clindamycin ointment

Moderate: Topical PLUS Oral (Mino, Doxy, Spironolactone)

Severe: Oral Isotretinoin

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What are some adverse effects to isotretinoin?

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Dry skin/lips, teratogenic, increased cholesterol and triglycerides

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What are some triggers for rosacea?

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Alcohol, cold/heat, spicy foods, hot drinks, sun exposure

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Symptoms of rosacea

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-Intermittent facial flushing
-No comedones
- telangiectasias
- Rhinophyma

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First-line medical treatment for rosacea

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Topical metronidazole

Others: Tetracyclines, laser therapy

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However, for facial erythema, you can use

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Topical Brimonidne

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Bullous pemphigoid is a Type ______ hypersensitivity reaction that occurs in what population?

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Type IV

Elderly

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Explain the rash of bullous pemphigoid

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  • Negative Nikolsky
    -Low mortality
    -Tense bullae that do NOT rupture easily
  • Rarely oral lesions
  • Pruritic lesions with urticarial plaques
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The gold standard diagnostic for bullous pemphigoid is

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Skin biopsy with direct immunofluorescence

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Treatment for bullous pemphigoid

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Topical corticosteroids, but systemic if severe

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Pemphigus vulgaris, on the other hand, occurs in what population? What are the symptoms of this condition?

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** Younger people**, life threatening

  • Positive Nikolsky
    -Painful erosion
  • Oral lesions (MC)
  • Flaccid skin bullae that rupture easily
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What are two medications that likely can cause pemphigus vulgaris?

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Captopril & Penacillamine

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Treatment for pemphigus vulgaris?

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Systemic HIGH dose corticosteroids and local wound care

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Erythema Multiforme, a Type IV hypersensitivity reaction, has etiologies in

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HSV (MC)

Mycoplasma (in kids)

Meds: Sulfa, Allopurinol, Phenytoin

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Symptoms of erythema multiforme

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Target lesions: dusky with pale ring and halo in periphery

Negative Nikolsky

Palms & soles affected!!!!

29
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Explain the difference between Erythema Multiforme minor and major

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Minor: NO mucous membrane involvement

Major: mucous membrane involvement (oral, genital, ocular)

30
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Treatment for erythema multiforme

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-D/C offending drug

-If HSV related: Acyclovir

-Diphenhydramine mouthwash (oral lesions)

31
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Steven-Johnson Syndrome and TEN are associated with detachment of the epidermis and necrosis. What occurs in this condition?

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Sloughing (dermal-epidermal cleavage)

32
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Explain the difference in SJS and TEN

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SJS: < 10%
TEN: > 30% sloughing

33
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Risk factors for SJS and TEN

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MC: Meds (Sulfa (PCN), Lamotrigine, anticonvulsants, NSAIDs, and Allopurinol)

Infections: HSV, HIV

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Symptoms of SJS and TEN

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-Rarely soles and palms
-Widespread flaccid bullae (trunk/face)
-Target lesions with mucous membrane involvement
-Positive Nikolsky sign
-Ocular involvement (uveitis, corneal ulcer)

35
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Treatment for SJS/TEN

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D/c causative agent
Burn unit/ICU admission
IVIG

36
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Eczema (atopic dermatitis) is part of the atopic triad. Name the triad.

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Eczema + asthma + allergic rhinitis

37
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Most eczema manifests by what age? What is the gene mutation?

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Infancy or age 5

Filaggrin gene mutation

38
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Triggers for eczema

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Heat, allergens, perspiration, contact

39
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Symptoms of eczema

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-Excoriation
-Pruritis (hallmark)
-MC in flexor creases (behind knee, elbow, etc.)
-Nummular: coin shaped lesions on dorsum of hands, feet, knees, and elbows

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Treatment for acute eczema

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-Topical corticosteroids (first line)
-Antihistamines for itching
-Wet dressings
-Calcineurin inhibitors: Tacrolimus, Pimecrolis

41
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Treatment for chronic eczema

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Systemic phototherapy
Methotrexate
Oral antihistamines
Trigger avoidance

42
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Contact dermatitis has two types. Name them and which is more common?

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Irritant (MC) and allergen

43
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What are some causes of allergen contact dermatitis?

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Nickel (MC), poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac

44
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Contact dermatitis is a Type IV hypersensitivity reaction. What is the difference in symptoms showing up in allergen related vs irritant?

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Allergic: delayed by days

Irritant: immediate

45
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Treatment for contact dermatitis

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Topical corticosteroids

-Burrow’s solution, cool compresses, etc.

46
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What is toxicodendron dermatitis? What is the cause?

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Contact dermatitis due to plants (oak, ivy, sumac)

The urushiol in plants causes this

47
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What is diaper rash?

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Type of irritant contact dermatitis

48
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Dyshidrosis, also known as pomphlyx, is a recurrent rash affecting which area of the body? Describe it.

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The palms and soles

Tapioca-like, pruritic vesicles on soles, palms, and fingers

49
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Treatment for dyshidrosis

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Topical corticosteroid ointments
Cold compresses, Burrow solution
Dry hands, use cotton gloves, etc.

50
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What is Lichen Simplex Chronicus?

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Skin thickening in patients with atopic dermatitis due to rubbing and scratching

51
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Symptoms of lichen simplex chronicus

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scaly, well-demarcated plaques, exaggerated skin lines

52
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Treatment for lichen simplex chronicus

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Avoid scratching
Topical corticosteroids
Occlussive dressings

53
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What is the pathophysiology of psoriasis?

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Keratin hyperplasia and proliferating cells in the stratum basalt and stratum spinosum due to T cell activation and cytokine release

-Accelerated epidermis turnover

54
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Symptoms of psoriasis

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-Plaques: raised well-demarcated, pink plaque with thick silvery white scales MC on EXTENSOR surfaces (elbows, knees, scalp, and neck)

Nail involvement: pitting, oil spot (yellow discoloration under the nail)

55
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What is the Auspitz sign associated with psoriasis?

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Bleed with removal of plaque

56
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What is Koebner’s Phenomenon associated with psoriasis?

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new lesion at the site of trauma

57
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Guttate psoriasis is associated with ______ and has symptoms such as _______

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Occurs after strep pharyngitis

Tear drop plaques that spare palms and soles

58
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Treatment for mild-moderate psoriasis?

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Topical corticosteroids (Betamethasone, Clobetasol)

Vitamin D analogs (Calcipotriene)

Calcineurin inhibitors (Tacrolimus, Pimecrolus)

59
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For moderate to severe psoriasis, use

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Phototherapy, UVB, PUVA

60
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If systemic psoriasis, what is the treatment?

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Systemic treatment
-Retinoids (Acitretin)
-TNF Inhibitors (Etancercept, -mabs)
-Methotrexate (last resort)

61
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Psoriatic arthritis, a systemic disease, is associated with what?

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HLA-B27 positivity

62
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Where does psoriatic arthritis usually affect?

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Distal IP arthritis

63
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Treatment for psoriatic arthritis

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Methotexate, Cyclosporin

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