Module 2 Flashcards

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Alopecia

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baldness, considered autoimmune disease, may be genetic with environment trigger
Can occur anywhere where hair is present

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alopecia areata

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hair loss occuring in patches

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androgenetic alopecia (AGA)

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or male-pattern baldness
most common cause of permanent hair loss
inherited from both parents

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four cycles of scalp hair growth

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anagen- growth phase
latent or involution- catagen
resting- telogen
hair shed- exogen

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meds that cause hair loss

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hormones
anticonvulsants
anticoagulants
oral contraceptive
beta blocker
antithyroid
excessive vitamin A

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trichotillomania

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hair pulling
more common in teens/kids
usually same side as dominant hand

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alopecia treatment (greater than 50%)

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oral corticosteroids, topical immunotherapy and immunomodulators

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finasteride

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tx alopecia
approved for men only
use with caution in liver dx
SE: decreased libido, ED

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minoxidil

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Topical, available OTC
aka rogaine
Best works for patients with recent onset of alopecia (less than 5 years)
SE: irritation, itching, dryness

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the larger the melanosome

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darker the skin color

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Vitiligo

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, or the total loss of skin color in patchy areas of the body (rarely over the entire body), is recognized clinically as white macules or patches that are usually located on sun-exposed areas, such as the face, lips, arm, hands, and feet.
most often in mid 20s
thought to be autoimmune

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tx vitiligo

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topical corticosteroids, light therapy, psoralen with UVA therapy

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chloasma

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“the mask of pregnancy”
caused by increased levels of estrogen, progesterone, melanocyte stimulating hormone
affect face, nipples, genitals, linea nigra
worsened by sunlight

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tx chloasma

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retinoic acid, hydroquinone cream, tretinoin, corticosteroid

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melasma

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more general term for hyperpigmentation of certain areas of skin regardless of pregnancy status
tx with hydroquinone and sun avoidance

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Addison’s disease

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can cause diffuse generalized hyper-pigmentation, especially in skin crease
other symptoms: weakness, fatigue, weight loss, amenorrhea, n/v, diarrhea

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very dark color on one nail is suscpicious for

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melanoma

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pruritus causes

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insects, contact dermatitis, medications, detergents, alternative meds/ herbs, recreational drugs

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xerosis

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dry skin

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pruritus management

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eliminate strong soaps, shorter showers, use effective emoillents
use of mild soap- dove, basis, purpose, cetaphil, neutrogena
apply emollient immediately after shower
rx- h1 histamine- hydroxyzine or benadryl (watch for drowsiness)

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exanthem

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rash
red/pink colored skin eruption

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Paget’s disease

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rash that looks like eczema dermatitis of nipple/areola
onset is gradual
typically on one nipple

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toxic shock syndrome

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risk factors- tampon use, greater than 30 hours
may have fever, vomiting, weakness, confusion
also may have bright red, fine maculopapular rash
remove tampon immediately!

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urticaria

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hives/wheals
a sudden generalized eruption of pale, evanescent wheals or papules associated with severe itching

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Cholinergic urticaria
trigger- exercise, anxiety, elevated body temp, hot bath lesions resolve within 30 mins hives small, on trunk and arms
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pruritic urticarial paules and plaques of pregnancy
PUPPP papules and plaques that start on abdomen and spread to thighs, buttocks normally during last 2 weeks of pregnancy resolves after delivery tx: corticosteroid
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Scabies
is a highly contagious mite infestation that occurs mainly in children, young adults, health-care workers, and institutionalized persons of all ages. It is characterized by generalized intractable pruritus, often with minimal cutaneous manifestations
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mode of transmission for scabies
close personal contact
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crusted scabies
characterized by scaly lesions at the sites of invasion that soon become warty and encrusted, creating a protective barrier for these mites more common in immune compromised
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scabies clinical presentation
intense itching, worse at night- does not respond to treatment changes in feeding pattern with kids 1-2 mm red papules in interdigital web space, wrist, axillary, pelvis, ankles, penis burrows- white color with black specks
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scabies diagnosis
burrow ink test drop mineral oil over burrow, scrape off burrow with scalpel and ID
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scabies tx
clean environment, close contacts Kill all live mites- scabicides (permethrin)- first line tx Some may require corticosteroids if severe
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scabies follow up
1 week after treatment
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Pediculosis
Infestation by lice 3 species- crab louse, head louse, body louse Common in school aged kids
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Pediculosis clinical presentation
Itching, more severe at night Feeding pattern change 2-3 mm red erythematous macules or papules, often pruritic excoriations often present fresh nits closest to scalp
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Diagnosis of pediculosis
itching and finding white nits or lice on hair shaft
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pediculosis tx
Kill/remove lice and their nits- shampoo, cream rinse, lotion manual delousing
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pediculosis follow up
if uncomplicated, not needed if needed, f/u in one week if symptoms persist
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Candida is part of the normal flora of both the
oropharynx and gastrointestinal (GI) tract
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two most important factors contributing to candidal infections
Favorable environmental factors and a weakened immune system are the
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In women with AIDS, one of the earliest and most frequent opportunistic infection is
vaginal candidiasis.
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thrush clinical presentation
severe sore throat, pain with swallowing white creamy patches on ant/post pharynx and tongue
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vaginal candidiasis clinical presentation
burning, itching, irritation of vulva/vagina white cottage cheese discharge
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balanitis clinical presentation
red rash and itching on penis may have female sex partner being tx for yeast infection
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intertriginous candidiasis
obese patient with red itchy rash, sometimes is weepy and moist typically occurs where there is skin rubbing against skin
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candidal paronychia
painful fingertip that is red hot and swollen frequent water immersion of the hands common
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subungual candida
no pain or itching several discolored yellow fingernails for weeks/months excessive contact from water immersion
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topical antifungals
nystatin, clotrimazole, miconazole, naftifine, terbinafine, ciclopirox applied twice daily x2-4 weeks apply cream sparingly, may cause maceration
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first line treatment for mild oral candidiasis
clotrimazole troches 10mg five times daily or nystatin
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candida infection follow up
2 weeks
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dermatophytoses
aka tinea superficial skin infections
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tinea capitus
ringworm of scalp
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tinea corporis
ringworm of the body
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tinea cruris
ringworm of the groin
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tinea pedis
athlete's foot
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tinea manuum
tinea of the hands
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tinea infections more common in
warmer climates
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most common fungal infection in USA
athelete's foot
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tinea capitus clinical presentation
typically toddler or school age kid painless bald spot may have 3 apprearances- black dot, gray patch, kerion (large bright red boggy bump)
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tinea corporis clinical presentation
erythematous round and elevated pruritic lesion that grows in size and starts to clear in center classic shape of ringworm
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tinea cruris clinical presentation
typically obese man with pruritic rash on groin that spreads to medial upper thigh "jocks itch"
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tinea pedis clinical presentation
strong foot odor macerated soft whitened skin between toes
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tinea versicolor
hypopigmented spots, mild pruritus normally on back
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fungal culture recommended for
onychomycosis and tinea capitis
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tinea infection treatment (not capitis or onchomycosis)
2-4 week topical treatment with azole class meds continue at least 1 week after lesion has cleared
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tinea capitis treatment
oral systemic antifungal along with topical treatment of choice: griseofulvin po bid for 2-4 months
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tinea versicolor treatment
topical selenium sulfide lotion applied daily x7 days from neck to waist repeated once weekly x1 month, then once month for maintenance hypopigmented spots may take longer to resolve
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tinea follow up
2 weeks
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onychomycosis
benign superficial infection of the toenails and fingernails young/middle aged bothered more by appearance nail discoloration first or fifth most likely to be affected
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onychomycosis treatment
itraconazole terbinafine monitor liver function tests
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onychomycosis follow up
check liver function test q4 weeks, follow up first on fourth week and then q 4-6 weeks
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impetigo
contagious, superficial vesiculopustular infection of skin commonly seen infants/children spread through direct contact among people typically includes staph aureus and strep together
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impetigo risk factors
insect bite warm weather
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impetigo clinical presentation
pruritus from lesions, red crusty rash spreading, normally on face or extremities
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diagnostic testing for impetigo
bacterial culture and sensitivity gram positive cocci
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impetigo management
plain tap water 3-4x/day for 10-20 min to debride lesions topical and oral abx-mupirocin topical bid x5 days if fever/toxicity- cephalexin x7 days
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impetigo follow up
10-14 days after initiation of therapy
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folliculitis
superficial to deep skin infection of hair follicles often caused by staphylococcus most common in middle aged and children risk factor- immunocompromised
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folliculitis clinical presentation
"bumpy rash" anywhere on body typically no itching small pustules, no involvement of surrounding skin
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barber's itch
folliculitis of hair follicles on beard area of men usually upper lip aggravated by shaving, most common in black men
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folliculitis diagnostic test
gram stain and culture by rupturing a pustule and taking sample of exudate positive for gram positive cocci
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folliculitis management
gentle cleansing by washing twice daily with antibacterial soap
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furuncle
boil deep bacterial infection of hair follicle with abscess formation caused by gram positive s. aureus most common- scalp, neck, axilla, buttocks, groin, thighs
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carbuncle
large, multiloculated abscess with multiple furuncles less common large, red painful lumps on skin
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furuncle clinical presentation
hot, tender bright red bump may develop yellow central plug
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furuncle diagnosis
gram stain and culture for s. aureus
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furuncle treatment
must be drained to heal, typically occurs spontaneously within 2 weeks can use treatment with topical abx like mupirocin twice daily if on face, refer to physician
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carbuncle treatment
systemic antibiotics and physician referral cephalexin, doxycycline
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furuncle follow up
1 week
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cellulitis
bacterial infection of skin involving both dermis and subcut tissue most caused by group a betahemolytic streptococcus or by s. aureus
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cellulitis clinical presentation
tender warm erythematous area of skin, normally on face, neck, extremities may have precipitating condition- insect bite, small cute red borders are flat and diffuse
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cellulitis treatment
depends on culture and gram stain results penicillin, dicloxacillin, clindamycin, cephalexin
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cellulitis follow up
improvement normally within 2-3 days
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Erysipelas
it can be fatal if it is not treated promptly only involves superficial level of skin, not subcut face, lower legs high fever, chills, malaise bright red lesion by nares that spread rapidly, becomes enlarging plaque that is warm to touch and has sharp, distinct borders
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necrotizing fasciitis
rapid progression of tissue destruction bright red lesion with edema, severe pain at affected site
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periorbital cellulitis
life-threatening, emergent pain with certain eye movements, fever, tachycardia, lethargy
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warts
contagious skin lesions formed by infected keratinocytes, caused by HPV can be transmitted by touch risk factor= handle raw meat, bite nails, walk barefoot
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wart clinical presentation
small bump present for several weeks- months become dome shaped with black dot on surface
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wart management
1/2 resolve without treatment within 1 year, 2/3 within 2 years salicyclic acid plaster may also treat with cryosurgery/liquid nitrogen
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HSV infection
2 types- genital and oral. 2 phases- primary and secondary or recurrent infection. symptoms occur 2-21 days after exposure
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hsv infection clinical presentation
"cold sore" fever, sore throat- oral genital- fever, headache, muscle ache, painful urination
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herpes simplex diagnostic testing
viral culture, dna study- sample must be done in first 72 hours of outbreak
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herpes simplex management
acetaminophen to control fever and pain blistex- oral genital- oral antiviral like valacyclovir and famciclovir
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atopic dermatitis
eczema not distinct disease, descriptive term for group of skin disorders characterized by pruritus and inflammation inherited skin reaction that usually begins in infancy
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atopic dermatitis clinical presentation
the itch that rashes cardinal sign-itching history of episodic exacerbation infants- lesions affect cheeks, face, upper extremities- excoriated, maculopaular, inflamed
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RAST test
radioallergosorbent test identifies antigen specific mast cell activation to quantify levels of allergen specific igE
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atopic dermatitis management
control signs/symptoms, no cure eliminate precipating factors, wet lesions should dry, dry lesion should hydrate, inflammation treat with steroids
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nonpharm atopic dermatitis treatment
mild emollients (cetaphil) soak baths preferred, followed by moisturizer no fragrance soap
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pharmacologic management atopic dermatitis
antihistamines not effective doxepin singulair corticosteroids
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contact dermatitis
can be either irritant dermatitis or allergic dermatitis
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allergic contact dermatitis
immunologically mediated
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irritant contact dermatitis
result of repeated insults to atopic skin from caustic, irritant, detergent substance
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contact dermatitis clinical presentation
pruritic erythematous rash weeping lesions with numerous tiny vesicles rough, reddened patches, but without skin thickening of psoriasis
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contact dermatitis management
symptom relief while trying to ID underlying precipitant and eliminating it drying agents (calamine lotion) twice daily
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seborrheic dermatitis
chronic condition that is characterized by remissions and exacerbations and may be a sign of more serious underlying pathology, such as immune suppression. The rash of seborrheic dermatitis is seen on skin that is rich in sebaceous glands, such as the scalp, forehead, eyebrows, and the area surrounding the nose and ears
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seborrheic dermatitis clinical presentation
scaly patches that are slightly papular, surrounded by erythema most frequently on scalp
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seborrheic dermatitis management
OTC antidandruff shampoo- 5-7 minutes may require prescription shampoo (2.5% selenium sulfide) topical steroid
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psoriasis
chronic relapsing disorder of keratin synthesis that is characterized by well-circumscribed, raised, erythematous papules and plaques, covered with silvery-white scales, usually involving extensor areas in adults such as the elbows and knees, the scalp, and, in some forms, the flexural surfaces of the body. The phrase “heartbreak of psoriasis” was coined because of the physically and emotionally disabling effects of the disease. strong genetic influence, environmental factors trigger
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psoriasis clinical presentation
gradual symptoms confined to one area mostly itchy red inflamed dry scaly plaques preceding strep throat infection lesions usually over bony prominences on elbows knees
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psoriasis management
systemic only for moderate-severe-- methotrexate, otezla, gengraf topical- emoillient, kertolytic agents twice daily topical corticosteroids
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psoriasis follow up
every 2 months by specialist if severe
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dry eye syndrome
discomfort, visual disturbance, tear film instability- quantity/quality of tears fails to keep surface of eye adequately lubricated "sand in eye"
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3 layers to tears
1. outer oily layer- lipids 2. middle aqueous layer- watery portion of eyes, with proteins 3. inner mucin layer- binds water from aqueous layer to ensure that eye remains wet
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risk factors for dry eye
advanced age, female, computer usage, seasonal allergy, autoimmune disease meds- antihistamine, decongestants, anti depressants, birth control
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epiphora
excessive tearing overflow of tears from one or both eyes may be from dry eye, exposure to irritant, obstruction of lacrimal duct
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red eye
nonuniform redness of the conjunctiva most common cause- pink eye
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cause of floaters in vision
contraction of vitreous humor if gradual and become less noticeable, usually benign if sudden, especially bilateral, may need eval
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photopsia
flashing lights should be evaluated immediately for retinal tear or detachment
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blepharitis
inflammation of eyelids and margins
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two forms of blepharitis
nonulcerative form- associated with seborrhea of face and greasy scaling at eyelid margin ulcerative form- may involve eyelash follicles and meibomian glands of eyelid
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blepharitis clinical presentation
itching, burning, foreign body sensation in eye sensitivity to bright light lid margins edematous and erythematous
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Nonulcerative blepharitis management
Eyelid cleaning with a diluted 1:1 mixture of no-tears shampoo (baby shampoo) and water, using a soft washcloth or cotton balls.
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Staphylococcal blepharitis/ulcerated lesions management
bacitracin or erythromycin 0.5% ointment can be prescribed and applied on the eyelids one or more times daily or at bedtime after gentle cleansing and using warm compresses
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blepharitis follow up
2 weeks, then re-eval in 2 months
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hordeolum
, also known as a stye, is an acute, erythematous, tender lump within the eyelid. This condition is caused by inflammation or infection of the eyelid margin affecting the hair follicles of the eyelashes (external hordeolum) or the Meibomian glands
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chalazion
is a granulomatous infection of a Meibomian gland that presents as a a painless swelling on the eyelid. Initially, a chalazion may be tender and erythematous before evolving into a nontender lump.
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hordeolum treatment
warm compress scrub eyelids with baby shampoo and warm water 2-4x daily do not squeeze d/c eye makeup no contacts
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otalgia
ear pain could be pain that originates in ear or outside of ear
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primary otalgia
cause: external otitis, otitis media, mastoiditis, auricular infection
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tinnitus
subjective ringing/buzzing intermittent, continuous, pulsatile may be unilateral or bilateral
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sore throat causes
most common- streptococcal or viral infection
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aging and hearing
degeneration of inner ear structure over time cause hearing loss men more likely to experience than women
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risk factors for hearing loss
chronic middle ear infection ruptured tympanic membrane acoustic trauma exposure to loud noises allergies
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sensorineural hearing loss
a lesion in the organ of Corti or in the central neural pathways of the ear, including the cranial nerve (CN) VIII and auditory cortex
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presbycusis
age related hearing loss form of sensorineural hearing lsos
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Conductive hearing loss
results when the passage of sound waves through the tympanic membrane and inner ear is impaired. may occur at any age often reversible
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Hearing loss associated with Meniere's disease
fluctuating hearing loss, usually unilateral, associated with tinnitus and vertigo
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acoustic neuroma hearing loss
rare tumor of CN VIII, causes unilateral constant or progressive hearing loss, possibly associated with headache
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objective finding with sensorineural hearing loss
Weber- When sensorineural, sound in unaffected ear is louder Rinne-  When sensorineural, ratio remains 2:1 Schwabach-  When sensorineural, bone conduction is present for shorter time than examiner’s
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objective finding with conductive hearing loss
Weber-  When conductive, sound in affected ear is louder Rinne- ratio closer to 1:1 Schwabach- bone conduction present for longer than examiner
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Cerumen disimpaction-
* place 1:1 mixture of 3% hydrogen peroxide and warm mineral oil in external ear canal and for 1 hour, followed by lavage with warm saline, directed toward canal wall and not toward eardrum o Debrox (Cerumenolytic) also effective, do not use with perforated tympanic membrane or infection o If trauma with cerumen disimpaction occurs, use corticosteroid/antibiotic otic solution
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Sudden sensorineural hearing loss-
referral to otorhinolargyngologist
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Perforation to tympanic membrane, suspicious for Meniere’s disease
- referral to ENT
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Acoustic neuroma
* - refer for surgical eval
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Tinnitus
* Subjective perception of noise when no environmental noise is present * Can be intermittent, continuous, pulsatile * Strongly associated with aging * Risk factors: hearing loss, labyrinthitis, Meniere’s dx, OM or OE, hypo or hypertension, anemia, hypo or hyperthyroidism, allergies
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tinnitus physical exam
* Orthostatic BP * Gross hearing tests * Auscultation of upper part of neck proximate to affected ear * Neuro exam
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Meniere’s Disease
* Peripheral sensory disorder of labyrinth and cochlea of inner ear * Endolymphatic volume and inner ear pressure increased, results in auditory and vestibular dysfunction * Recurrent attacks of tinnitus, vertigo, progressive hearing loss * Risk factors: allergies, high salt, caffeine, etoh, hormonal change, change in barometric pressure, exposure to high noise levels * Patho- possible inflammatory disease?
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diagnosis of meniere's criteria
* Two distinct episodes of vertigo (lasting 20 mins), along with sensorineural hearing loss, and tinnitus or aural fullness
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Meniere's treatment
* Rule out all other causes of symptoms * No proven cure, therapy is mainly palliative * Tx acute attack- rest with eyes closed, protection from falling * Dietary modification, vestibular rehab
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Otitis Externa (Swimmer’s Ear)
* Inflammation of membranous lining of auditory canal * Invasive OE is life threatening * 10-20x more likely to occur in warmer summer months than in cooler seasons * Immune compromised at greater risk for infectious OE * Likely d/t pseudomonas infection, or staph aureus * Risk factors: skin maceration, traumatic injury, excessive cleaning, excessive moisture
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Necrotizing OE
* - most severe, moves from skin of auditory canal into soft tissues, cartilage and bone, may involve multiple cranial nerves
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objective findings otitis externa
* Tenderness on traction of pina * Instill several drops of benzocaine/antipyrine otic solutions before exam, but not with ruptured membrane * Auditory canal- edematous, erythematous * Fluid- green, yellow, white (fungal)
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otitis externa treatment
* Comfort is primary focus of care * Apply heat to outer ear, or ice * ASA, acetaminophen, ibuprofen prn * If pain extreme, Tylenol #3 or Vicodin * Avoid swimming or submersion of ear under water for 4-6 weeks * If bacterial OE, tx with topical antibiotic * If ear is edematous, cotton plug soaked in otic prep should be inserted
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otitis externa follow up
* Normally cured after 7-10 days, follow up in 1 week if uncomplicated * If ear wick placed, return in 2 days for removal and cleaning
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otitis media
* Inflammation of structure of middle ear * Risk control for infants/young kids: stop tobacco exposure, exclusive breastfeeding for first 6 months of life, annual flu vaccine, Prevnar, pneumovax * Incidence increases in winter months * Most common in young children * Risk factors: allergies, sinusitis, rhinitis, pharyngitis, influenza A, RSV, URI, trauma * Strep pneumoniae is most frequent pathogen, up to ½ from viral infections
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OME (otitis media with effusion)-
* transudation of plasma fluid from middle ear blood vessels, leads to chronic effusion without signs of acute infections
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physical exam otitis media
* OME- Mucous membrane infected/edematous, eardrum dull * Acute OM- tympanic membrane amber or yellow orange, full/bulging * Discharge may be present * Chronic OM- perforated, draining tympanic membrane
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OME treatment
“watchful waiting”, monthly exams, 10 day course ABX if unresponsive
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AOM treatment
Antibiotics, some watch for 2-3 days before starting therapy and start analgesic only
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AOM follow up
2-3 days if symptoms don't resolve
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Rhinitis
(coryza) is an inflammation of the nasal mucosa characterized by nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing, pruritus, and/or postnasal drainage
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allergic rhinitis
occurs in all age groups, most commonly in adults between 30-40
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meds that causes rhinitis
antihypertensive most common oral contraceptive
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rhinitis exam
nasal mucosa erythematous, pharyngitis
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rhinitis treatment
intranasal ipratropium- two sprays in each nostril 2-4x daily to relieve runny nose
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rhinitis follow up
2-3 weeks
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rhinosinusitis
inflammation of sinuses risk factor- smoking, exposure to pollution, sneezing, cold/damp weather, sudden change in temp
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rhinosinusitis clinical presentation
a gradual onset of symptoms, including recurrent or chronic dull, constant pain over the affected sinuses
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rhinosinusitis treatment
oral analgesics expectorants- guaifensin
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rhinosinusitis follow up
10-14 days from assessment
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Stomatitis
is a generalized inflammation of the oral mucous membranes characterized by erythema and/or vesicular or ulcerative lesions
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Glossitis
is an acute or chronic inflammation of the tongue that shares many of the same etiologies as stomatitis
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types of stomatitis
herpetic recurrent aphtous stomatitis vincent's stomatitis (trench mouth) nicotinic stomatitis
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stomatitis risk factors
chronic mouth breathing hot foods spicy acidic salty foods infection long term steroid use tobacco smoking, chewing HSV
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stomatitis clinical presentation
dryness of mouth, halitosis, pain, bleeding, fever, malaise, headache mouth and tongue bright red and swollen
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stomatitis management
d/c behavior contributing to cause baking soda rinse tid liquid antacid oral lidocaine 2%
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epistaxis
is a hemorrhage of the nasal mucosa resulting from the traumatic or spontaneous rupture of superficial veins and/or arteries, located most often on the anterosuperior portion of the nasal septum known as Little’s are
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epistaxis treatment
continuous pressure 10-15 min pledget soaked in vasoconstricting agent cauterization