Revision - end of sem Flashcards
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for ATOPIC DERMATITIS
knees, foot (top)
Most common dermatological conditions in primary care
Excema
psorasis
skin infections
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for GOUT
knees, big toe (males)
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for LICHEN SIMPLEX CHRONICUS
Knees
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for PSORIASIS
knees, legs, foot (top), foot (bottom)
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for NUMMULAR EZCEMA
knees, legs
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for BBC
legs
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for eczema
legs, foot (bottom)
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for CELLULITIS
legs (esp lower leg)
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for tinea
foot top and bottom
Common areas of involvement/ presentation for lichen planus
foot top
Psoriasis
Emollient
Action, ingredients, indications
Action - soften and lubricates
Indications - dry, scaly skin, disguise fine lines and wrinkles, mild irritant contact, eczema
Moisturiser
Add moisture to skin
Indications - dry skin, very dry skin, ichtyosis
Barrier cream
Action and indications
Helps maintain the skins physical barrier, protect from irritation
Indications: eczema from frequent washing, protection from contact with bodily fluids, nappy rash