DERMATOLOGY

Question 1

PSORIASIS

Answer 1

Itchy , scaly , demarcated pink / red elevated plaques with associated white / silvery scales
SEEN onextensor surfaces like Elbows , knees AND scalp

They flare up during throat infections

T/t :
First line
1) Topical Steroids
2)Emolients
3) Vitamin D

Second Line
PUVA

Question 2

Types of psoriasis

Answer 2

Plaque : Large
Guttate : Small like rain drops ( doesnt require any t/t only reassurance )

Question 3

DRUGS CAUSING PSORIASIS

Answer 3

1. ACE inhibitors ( captopril , enalapril , ramipril )
2. Lithium

Question 4

ATOPIC DERMATITIS OR ECZEMA

Question 5

ERYTHEMA

Answer 5

Erythema Multiformi : MULTIPLE Targeted lesions
Erythema Migrans : SINGLE targeted lesion but rapidly growing
Eythema Nodosum : Tender nodule over Shin
Erythema Marginatum : Jone’s criteria Joint paint cardiomyopathy and pink rings on the thighs and torso.
Erythema Infectiosum : Slapped cheek appereance spearing nasolabial folds common in children
Erythema Ab Lgne : Elderly closer to heat sitting