Dermatology Exam 2 Flashcards
What does herpes simplex appear as
Single or multiple vesicles on lips or mouth
The eroded vesicles result in?
Crusted lesion that typically lasts 5-7 days
What is genital herpes
Infection of genitals & anorectal area. Spread by sexual contact
What do genital herpes look like
Red macules, develop into vesicles then ulcerate, heal in 10 days
What is acne vulgaris
Onset of puberty, oil glands become over active and plugged
What are the four stages of acne vulgaris
- Comedones (blackheads)
- pustules & papules
- cysts & scarring
- involving thorax and arms
What is the conventional treatment of acne vulgaris?
OTC, topically, oral antibiotics,moral retinoids, benzoyl peroxide
What is folliculitis
Infection of hair follicles. Pustules with hair growing from center
Conventional treatment for folliculitis
Antibiotic-corticosteroid cream
What is erysipelas
Inflamed, expanding, we’ll demarcated, patch. Face & ears.
What is cellulitis
Like erysipelas except with no sharp, raised border. Limbs.
Conventional treatment for cellulitis
Systemic antibiotics
What is Rosacea
Chronic inflammatory disorder- new superficial blood vessels.
Who is most likely affected with Rosacea
Middle aged women
What is the progression of symptoms with Rosacea
Erythema.. Telangiectasis.. Papules.. Pustule
What is the conventional treatment for Rosacea
Tetracycline
What is systemic lupus erythematosus
An autoimmune disorder affecting young women
What are symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus
Fever, fatigue, weight loss, joint pains, malar rash
What is the conventional treatment for lupus
Corticosteroids and immunosuppressants
What is acute (bacterial) paronychia
Inflammation of nail fold- red, swollen, painful
What is chronic (fungal) paronychia
Common in children who suck their thumb or adults who have hands in water
What is the conventional treatment for paronychia
Antibiotics or fungicides
What is verrucae vulgaris
Warts- flesh-colored, benign papule, epithelial hyperplasia
What is verruca plana
Flat wart- small, slightly raised, tam or flesh-colored
What is pompholyx
Eczema that affects hands, sole & sides of fingers. Itchy clusters of small vesicles
What do white spots on nails mean
Usually from mild injury
What is tinea unguium
Fungal infection of nail plate. Yellow-brownish discoloration. Brittle, bent & thick nails.
What are red or brown longitudinal streaks called?
Splinter Hemorrhages
Splinter Hemorrhages & pitting is associated with what
Severe psoriasis
What is splinter hemorrhaging alone associated with
Endocarditis
What’s are spoon nails?
Familial condition- concave nails- trauma or iron deficiency
What are Terry nails
Nail is white except for a narrow zone at distal tip- cirrhosis of liver
What is Beau’s line?
Transverse, white depression- malnutrition, coronary artery disease, trauma
What is Schamroth’s Technique
Placing nails back or back. 160 degree diamond shaped angle
What is nail clubbing
Abnormal enlargement of distal phalanges
What is nail clubbing associated with
Respiratory & cardiovascular disease
What is the common name for herpes simplex 1
Cold sore or fever blister
