Dermatology

Question 1

Erythema nodosum healing?

Answer 1

Heal without scarring within 1-2 months. Erythema nodosum is a type of panniculitis, an inflammation of the subcutaneous fat. It typically presents as painful, erythematous nodules on the shins and is usually self-limiting. In most cases, the lesions will resolve spontaneously without scarring within 1-2 months.

Question 2

Causes of Erythema nodosum??

Answer 2

-infection
streptococci
tuberculosis
brucellosis
-systemic disease
sarcoidosis
inflammatory bowel disease
Behcet’s
malignancy/lymphoma
-drugs
penicillins
sulphonamides
combined oral contraceptive pill
-pregnancy

Question 3

A pt with symmetrical facial rash (excessive pustules and papules) on nose cheeks and forehead for 12 months. diagnosis and treatment??

Answer 3

Rosacea type 2 (papulopustular)
Treat with oral doxycycline + topical ivermectin 1%..

Question 4

What should not be given in rosacea??

Answer 4

LOW dose CS
{Steroids can exacerbate the symptoms}

Question 5

Calciphylaxis lesion??

Answer 5

Intensely painful, purpuric patches with an area of black necrotic tissue that may form bullae, ulcerate, and leave a hard, firm eschar