Dermatology

Question 1

What layers is the skin consist of? (from superficial to profund)

Answer 1

Epidermis
Dermis
Subcutis

Question 2

How would you describe macule?

Answer 2

Macule is a circumscribed area of change in skin color without elevation or depression. It is thus not palpable

Question 3

What is the difference between vesicle and bulla?

Answer 3

Only the size

Question 4

What is erysipelas?

Answer 4

Erysipelas is primarily an infection of the dermis with significant lymphatic involvement.
It has a distinctive clinical presentation and is most often caused by Str. pyogenes
The lower extremity is the most common location.

Question 5

Which virus causes the Herpes zoster?

Answer 5

The varicella zoster (causes herpes zoster and also varicella - chicken pox)

Question 6

What is the ABCDE rule stand for in birthmark/mole self examination?

Answer 6

Assymerty
Border
Color
Diameter
Evolution

Question 7

What is anaphylaxis?

Answer 7

An acute, systemic, immediate hyper-sensitivity reaction caused by IgE-mediated immunologic release of mediators
Potentially life-threatening condition.
for adults 0.3-0.5 mg adrenalin i.m. is the primary treatment

Question 8

What kinds of methods can be used for allergy tests?

Answer 8

patch test or epicutaneous test
Prick-test or percutaneous test

Question 9

What is key in treating atopic dermatitis (ekzema)?

Answer 9

To preserve the hydration of the skin by using proper emollients

Question 10

What can we do to prevent skin tumor?

Answer 10

Staying indoor when there’s strong UV index (10 am to 2 pm)
Wearing hat, long-sleeved clothing, sunglasses during staying outside
Using sunscreen (high factor)
Doing self examination and yearly dermatological screening