Dermatology Conditions - Risk factors

Question 1

Acne - Risk Factors (5)

Answer 1

1) 12-24 years old 2) family history 3) iatrogenic (e.g. androgens, corticosteroids, lithium) 4) endocrine disorders (e.g. polycystic ovary syndrome, precocious puberty) 5) diet

Question 2

Eczema - Risk Factors (4)

Answer 2

1) <5 years old 2) family history 3) hayfever 4) asthma

Question 3

Psoriasis - Risk Factors (7)

Answer 3

1) genetic 2) infection (group A Streptococci) 3) local trauma (Koebner phenomenon) 4) stress 5) smoking 6) alcohol (esp. beer) 7) light skin

Question 4

Basal Cell Carcinoma - Risk Factors (3)

Answer 4

1) older age 2) UV exposure 3) skin type 1 (burns, doesn’t tan)

Question 5

Squamous Cell Carcinoma - Risk Factors (6)

Answer 5

1) older age 2) UV exposure 3) skin type 1 (burns, doesn’t tan) 4) premalignant skin conditions 5) immunocompromised 6) male

Question 6

Melanoma - Risk Factors (8)

Answer 6

1) UV exposure 2) skin type 1 (burns, doesn’t tan) 3) red/blonde hair 4) freckles 5) atypical moles 6) multiple moles 7) immunocompromised 8) alcohol