OnlineMedEd: Dermatology - "Eczematous Rashes"

Question 1

Describe the two presentations of eczema.

Answer 1

Kids:

• Vesicular
• Crusting
• Itching
• Diaper line

Adults:

• Symmetric lichenification (thickened scar from repeat healing and scarring cycles)
• AC fossa, popliteal fossa, and extensors

Question 2

Review the treatment of atopic dermatitis.

Answer 2

1) Avoid trigger (easier in kids who are phasing in foods)
2) Emulsions
3) Topical steroids

Question 3

The two most common test questions for contact dermatitis are ____________.

Answer 3

images of poison ivy (streaks of vesicles) or images of objects on a body (bracelet, glove, sandal, necklace, earring, etc.)

Question 4

Treat contact dermatitis with _________________.

Answer 4

avoidance of trigger and topical diphenhydramine when contact occurs

Question 5

How does stasis dermatitis progress?

Answer 5

1) Edema
2) Erythema
3) Hyperpigmentation
4) Tree-like hardening

Question 6

Treat stasis dermatitis with ________________.

Answer 6

diuretics, compression stockings, and leg elevation

Question 7

Stasis dermatitis is associated with _____________.

Answer 7

malleolar ulcers

Question 8

Hand dermatitis typically affects _______________.

Answer 8

healthcare workers and food prep workers