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Eczema Flashcards

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What is the most common dermatological condition that you will encounter in daily practice?

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Eczema

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What is eczema?

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  1. Group of non-infectious conditions
  2. Skin becomes - inflamed, dry, and scaly
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How is eczema Dx clinically?

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  1. Itchiness
  2. Red color
  3. Blister formation
  4. Scaling
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How can eczema appear on brown or black skin?

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  1. Looks darker brown, purple, or ashen grey in color
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What type of eczema is this?

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Follicular accentuation

Bumps may develop around hair follicles and resemble goosebumps.

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Characteristics of eczema:

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  1. Symmetrical distribution
  2. Comes and goes over several weeks
  3. Non-migratory
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There are many causes of eczema, but the main cause is underlying inflammation which is induced by one of three factors:

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  1. Allergens
  2. Genetics
  3. Environmental factors
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The two main causes of eczema are:

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  1. Atopic dermatitis
  2. Exsiccation dermatosis
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What is the most common cause of eczema?

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  1. Atopic dermatitis
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What is atopic dermatitis?

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Inherited chronic inflammatory skin condition

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Characteristics of atopic dermatitis:

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  1. Itchy
  2. Red
  3. Swollen
  4. Cracked
  5. Fluid leaking
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What is exsiccation dermatosis?

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  1. Another form of eczema
  2. Occuring after excessive exposure to H20
  3. Wash your hands / shower too often
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Helpful tips to Dx eczema:

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  1. Eczema is the most common condition
  2. Eczema is itchy
  3. Eczema does not cause a rash in the mouth
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2 key differences that can help you distinguish between urticaria and eczema:

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  1. Urticaria is a migratory skin condition
  2. Urticaria has a non-scaling, smooth surface
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Rx of eczema:

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  1. Topical steroids (1–2 times daily) x 5/7
  2. Stop any prior treatments and care products
  3. Reduce contact with water
  4. Use a fragrance-free moisturizer without urea
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What to do if your patient has a rash that you can’t identify?

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  1. Administer a trial of topical steroids twice daily for 5 days
  2. No response - **call derms **

Medmastery: Dermatology (9 decks)

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