PAMS: Dermatology -Other Dermatologic Disorders Flashcards
What is the Tx of Achrocordon ?
It is mainly cosmetic; cryosurgery, electrodessication, simple
excision, shave excision
What is the prognosis of Cafe-au-Lait Macule?
IF > 6 CAFE-AU-LAIT LESIONS:
▪ Tuberous sclerosis
▪ Neurofibromatosis
▪ McCune-Albright syndrome
▪ Fanconi anemia
What is the presentation of stage-01 pressure ulcer ?
Itis a Non-blanching erythema which should dissappear in 5-
10 minutes after repositionin. Persistent erythema indicates damage.
How to perform a Finger-tip pressure test?
With one finger, press over the area of erythema and relase the pressure. The skin will blanch or non-blanch depending on the type of pathology.
What is the presentation of Pressure Ulcers – Stage II?
These are shallow ulcers with red wound bed and no sloughing.
What is the clinical presentation of pressure ulcer stage-3?
Full Thickness Skin Loss
* SubQ fat may be visible
* Bone, tendons and
muscle NOT visible
* Slough may be present
What is the presentation of stage IV pressure ulcer ?
Full Thickness Tissue Loss
* Exposed and palpable
tendons, muscle and bone
* Slough or eschar may be
present
What is the management of stage 01 pressure ulcer ?
maintain good hygiene; daily wash with soap and water
What is the management of stage 02 pressure ulcer ?
daily cleaning with saline solution; cover with occlusive dressing.
What is the management of stage III and IV pressure ulcers ?
specialized moist to absorbent dressings (alginate, hydrocolloid)
* If necrotic → debridement
* If infected → topical antibiotic then dressing
* If persistent infection → culture
* If infected w/ systemic sx (e.g., fever) → IV/PO antibiotics
What is the clinical presentation of Dyshidrotic Eczema?
- Pruritic vesicles on the palms and lateral and dorsal aspects of the fingers
- Symmetrical Lesions may coalesce, forming bullae (risk for secondary infection)
- Recurrent, multiple episodes over years.
- Resolves with time
What is the management of dyshydrotic eczema ?
Avoid trigger (if known)
* General measures
* Topical steroids or calcineurin inhibitors (e.g., tacrolimus)
What is the clinical presentation of epidermal inclusion cyst?
discrete, freely-movable cyst or nodule with
central punctum.
What is the risk associated to multiple epidermal cysts ?
Colon cancer.
What is the pathophysiology of Hidradenitis Suppurativa?
It is caused by sebaceous gland atrophy causing Lymphocytic infiltration and hyperkeratosis of the pilosebaceous unit. Leading to cytokines mediated Hair follicle destruction and granuloma
formation. Healing is accompanied by sinus tract formation.
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