Misc

Question 1

Describe the pathophysiology of lichen planus

Answer 1

• Unknown aetiology

- Most likely immune mediated

Question 2

What are Whickham’s striae?

Answer 2

White lines on surface of rash in lichen planus

Question 3

Describe the first-line management of lichen planus

Answer 3

Topical steroids

Question 4

What is pityriasis versicolor?

Answer 4

Superficial cutaneous fungal infection

Question 5

Describe the first-line management of pityriasis versicolor

Answer 5

Topical antifungal, e.g. ketoconazole

Question 6

What is pyoderma gangrenosum?

Answer 6

Painful skin ulceration, typically affecting the lower limbs

Question 7

Pyoderma gangrenosum is associated with….

Answer 7

IBD

Question 8

What is the first-line management of pyoderma gangrenosum?

Answer 8

Oral steroids

Question 9

What is impetigo?

Answer 9

Superficial bacterial skin infection, often caused by staph aureus

Question 10

Describe the first line management of impetigo

Answer 10

Hydrogen peroxide cream

Question 11

Treating shingles… what is the time frame for giving antivirals?

Answer 11

72 hours

Question 12

Describe the treatment of acne rosacea in…

a) Mild/moderate cases
b) Severe cases

Answer 12

a) Topical metronidazole

b) Oral tetracycline