Integumentary Flashcards
Describe an annular rash
A rash that is ring shaped
Erythema migrans
Associated with Lyme’s disease
Larva migrans
Associated with hook worm infection
Hidradenitis supprativa
Chronic skin condition that affects the axilla and groin/painful purulent nodules
Granuloma inguinale
Caused by STD infection, painless red lump on/near genitals, breaks down into a sore.
Auspitz sign
Associated with with psoriasis scales have been removed and bleeding occurs
Most common type of skin cancer
Basal cell carcinoma
How is basal cell carcinoma described?
Waxy, shiny/pearly appearance. May have ulceration
Classic symptom presentation of roseola infantum
High fever for a few days, break in fever, followed by maculopapular rash
Lacy rash
Associated with Fifth disease
What is another name for Fifth disease?
Erythema infectiosum
“Slapped cheek” appearance
Associated with Fifth disease
What virus causes Fifth disease?
Parvovirus B19
Red rash that is sandpaper in appearance and texture
Associated with Scarlet fever
Lichen sclerosus
Chronic/thin white patches of skin on vaginal area, common in older women
Fever, with rash on ankles, wrists, palms, and moves towards trunk
Rocky Mountain spotted fever
Rickettsia rickettsii
Causes Rocky Mountain spotted fever
What is a serpiginous rash?
Creeping or spreading rash
Serpiginous rash is often associated with?
Ringworm
What are the three phases of Fifth disease?
Low grade fever, slapped cheek, lacy appearing rash
What is the progression of Fifth disease rash?
Starts on face, moves to arms and legs
What oral antibiotic is used to treat acne vulgaris?
Oral tetracycline
Superficial vesicle with serous fluid greater than 0.5 cm in diameter
Bullae
What is an example of a bullae?
A skin blister