Dermatology Flashcards
1
Q
what causes ringworm?
A
tinea corporis or pedis
2
Q
what is discoid eczma?
A
usually caused by injury, impetigo, infectio (esp staph aureus). can occur in atopic dermatitis
3
Q
give an example of a topical steroid
A
betamethosone (betnovate), strong for resistant eczmas, psoriasis
4
Q
what is the condition that causes whitening of the skin around the genitals?
A
lichen sclerosus
5
Q
sx of lichen sclerosus
A
itching small white patches that may become cracked blood blisters pain during sex or passing stools difficulty in pulling foreskin back
6
Q
treatment for lichen sclerosus
A
corticosteroids-it’s autoimmune
