Other/ Skin Flashcards
What can shaken baby syndrome cause?
Sub dural haemorrhage
What fractures are typical of non accidental injury?
Bucket handle
Posterior ribs
Skull fractures
Scapula
What age can bucket handle fractures be seen in?
Under 2 yo as they are the ones who can be shaken
What is the name for when the foreskin does not retract over the glans?
Phimosis
If a child who is well presents with a non blanching purpuric rash what is the first line investigation?
Urinalysis for blood and protein as you are thinking henoch Schonlein purpura which can give microscopic haematuria
What is the difference between purpura and petichie?
Purpura are bigger than 1cm
What are the 3 main causes of purpurin rash?
Henoch Schonlein purpura
Meningococcal septicaemia
DIC/haemostasis
What is the other name for atopic dermatitis?
Eczema
Name some triggers of eczema?
Soap Washing powder Temp Clothing Food allergy Stress
What is the prevalence of eczema in children?
15-20%
How can eczema be treated?
Avoid irritants Emollients Topical steroids Wrap bandages Anti histamines Psychosocial support
What 5 factors are present I kawasaki disease?
1) Fever for 5 days
2) Erythematous peeling skin on hand and feet
3) Mucous membrane involvement -cracked lips
4) conjunctivitis
5) Enlargement of cervical lymphnodes
Name 4 causes of macularpapular Erythematous rash?
Eczema
Measles
Kawasaki
Erythema chronica migrans (tics)
Name 5 causes of vesicular/ bullous lesions.
Varicella zoster (chicken pox) Shingles Eczema herpaticum Empetigo Steven johnsons
What are the three things associated with HSP?
Kidney (glomerulonephritis)
Arthritis
Intususseption
