eczema

Question 1

indications for topical steroids

Answer 1

• eczema

Question 2

MOA topical steroids

Answer 2

as for systemic but more localised effect. if prolonged or potent use = systemic absorption.
- mild, moderately, potent, v potent

Question 3

SE topical steroids

Answer 3

• potent and v potent = local SE. skin thin, striae, telengiactesia, contact dermatitis.
• use on face; perioral dermatitis and worsen acne
• withdrawal = rebound acne of affected area
• adrenal supression and systemic SE =rare

Question 4

when should you avoid topical steroids

Answer 4

• infected areas

- facial lesions = potent to be avoided and only short course

Question 5

cream vs ointment topical asteroids

Answer 5

• cream for moist lesion

- ointment for lichenified thick and leathery skin

Question 6

how long after topical steroids should you apply topical emollients

Answer 6

• after 5 mins

Question 7

emollients indications

Answer 7

• dry and scaling skin disorders

Question 8

MOA emollients

Answer 8

replace water content in dry skin

oils or parrafin based to soften skin and reduce water loss by protection against evaporation

Question 9

SE emollients

Answer 9

greasy skin, worsen acne and folliculitis