Treating a smooth skin surface with systemic therapy Flashcards

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A non-scaling, smooth surface indicates what?

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  1. Systemic inflammation
  2. Originating in or around the vasculature of the skin
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How should a non-scaling, smooth surface rash be treated?

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With systemic therapy

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Four common smooth skin conditions:

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  1. Urticaria
  2. Erysipelas
  3. Viral or bacterial toxin exanthema
  4. Drug eruptions
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Rx of urticaria:

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  1. Antihistamine
  2. And / or steroid
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Rx of urticaria:

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  1. Antihistamine
  2. And / or steroid
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What is Erysipelas?

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  1. Potentially serious bacterial infection of the skin
  2. Known as St. Anthony’s fire
  3. Due to the intense rash
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What are the fts. of a viral or bacterial toxin-related exanthema?

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  1. Widespread rash
  2. Accompanied by systemic symptoms - fever, H/A, & malaise
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Rx of viral exanthema:

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  1. Short-lived
  2. Spontaneous resolution
  3. Sx Rx - paracetamol/ oral antihistamine
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Rx Lyme disease:

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Systemic Abx

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Rx drug eruption:

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Immediately stop taking all drugs

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