Pediatric Dermatology Flashcards
What is the treatment of neonatal acne?
2% ketoconazole cream and 1% hydrocortisone cream
What is the monotherapy for acne?
- Education
- Salicylic acid
- Retinoids
- Topical antimicrobials
- Consider hormone evaluation for ages 2-7 or physical signs of androgen excess
What are the two retinoid medications used for acne?
Tretinoin and Adapalene
What are the topical antimicrobials used for acne?
- Benzoyl peroxide 2.5-10% concentrations
- Erythromycin, clindamycin —> best in combo with benzyol peroxide
What is the systemic therapy for acne?
- Triple therapy
- Oral antibiotics
What does the triple therapy for acne consist of?
Oral antibiotic + benzoyl peroxide + topical retinoid
What are the oral antibiotics for acne?
- Tetracycline
- Doxycycline
- Minocycline
What are some characteristics of non-bullous impetigo?
Small macule becomes papule, then vesicle that ruptures and develops honey-colored crust.
What are some characteristics of bullous impetigo?
Minimal redness, bullous (blister like)
What is the MCC of impetigo?
Staph Aureus
What is a less common cause of impetigo?
Group A strep
What is the classic triad of eczema?
Asthma, atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis
Where is eczema distributed in infants?
Face and extensor surfaces (skin on the outside of the joint)
Where is eczema distributed in children?
Face and flexor surfaces (skin on the side of a joint that folds)
What is the MC atopic dermatitis?
Eczema
What are s/sxs of Eczema?
- Erythema
- Scaling
- Excoriation
- Lichenification
- Dry or weeping
What is Pityriasis alba?
Eczema like rash, white spots
- treat like eczema
What is Nummular eczema?
Patches, well defined boarders, spare the face
- treat like eczema
How are common warts spread?
HPV (type 2 and 4)
Where are common warts typically located and are they painful?
- Hands, elbow, and knees
- painless