vesicular dermatoses/pustular disorders Flashcards
HSV1
Clin Man
primary & recurrent
Primary infection: most commonly asymptomatic, but may cause tonsil pharyngitis or gingivostomatitis
Recurrent infection: prodromal symptoms within 24 hours of reactivation of virus followed by the development of
grouped vesicles on an erythematous base that crossed over prior to healing
HSV1
Dx and Tx
▸ Diagnosis : PCR (most sensitive and specific)
▸ Treatment: Valacyclovir 2g bid x 1 day
HSV2
Clin Med
▸ Painful genital ulcers often preceded by prodromal symptoms
▸ Multiple, shallow, tender grouped 2–4 mm vesicles on an erythematous base that progressed to vesicle pustules, erosions, and
alterations +/- inguinal lymphadenopathy
HSV2
Dx and Tx
Diagnosis : PCR (most sensitive and specific)
Tzanck smear: multinucleated giant cells - classic but not specific
▸ Treatment: Valacyclovir, acyclovir, famciclovir
Herpes Zoster
Clin Man
▸ Prodrome: fever, malaise, sensory changes followed by rash
▸ Rash: unilateral, the secular dermatomal eruption of painful, grouped vesicles or bola on an
erythematous base that does not cross midline
▸ Boards: thoracic and lumbar roots are most commonly affected
HSV1
HSV2
herpes zoster
zoster
Tx, prevention
Treatment: Valacyclovir, acyclovir, famciclovir within 72 hours of onset
▸ Topical analgesics
▸ Education: no longer infectious once lesions crust over
▸ Immunocompromised: VZV immune globulin to exposed individuals
Prevention : Shingrix vaccine - reduces the risk of postherpetic neuralgia
Atopic dermatitis
atopic dermatitis
general
Triad
Rash due to defective skin barrier susceptible to drying, leading to pruritus and inflammation
▸ Atopic triad: Eczema + Allergic Rhinitis + Asthma
atopic dermatitis
triggers
heat, perspiration, allergens, contact irritants
atopic dermatitis
Dx
clinical
atopic dermatitis
clin man
Hallmark
▸ Hallmark: pruritus, xerosis
▸ Erythematous, scaly, ill-defined papules or plaques. Most common flexor creases in older children
and adults.
▸ Nummular: sharply-defined discoid or circular coin-shaped lesions especially on hands, feet,
extensor surfaces
atopic dermatitis
Tx 3- and severe
First-line: topical corticosteroids with emollient use. Antihistamines for itching
Moderate-Severe: dupilumab
contact dermatitis
general
Inflammation of the epidermis and dermis from Direct contact between a substance in the surface
of the skin – either irritant or allergic
contact dermatitis
irritant
most common type – caused by chemical, alcohol, or cream exposure
▸ Pathophysiology: Nonimmunologic reaction – immediate
contact dermatitis
Allergen
nickel most common, poison ivy, metal, chemicals, detergent, cleaners, prolonged water
exposure
contact dermatitis
Dx
clinical. Patch testing may identify potential allergens to prevent future exposures
contact dermatitis
contact dermatitis
contact dermatitis
clin man
Erythematous papules or vesicles with linear or geometric distribution. often associated
with localized intense pruritus, stinging, or burning