Viral Infections Flashcards
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What are Kopliks Spots?
A
- Minute white buccal papules on an erythematous base
2. Pathognomonic for Measles (Rubeola)
1
Q
What is the most common cause of Exanthems in children?
A
Picornaviride (Enterovirus)
2
Q
What is Forscheimer’s Sign?
A
- Pinhead-sized red macules on soft palate
2. Associated with German Measles (Rubella)
3
Q
What diseases are associated with viral exanthems?
A
- Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease
- Measles (Rubeola)
- German Measles (Rubella)
- 5th Disease (Erythema Infectiosum)
- 6th Disease (Roseola Infantum, Exanthem Subitum)
- Varicella-Zoster (Chicken Pox)
4
Q
How is Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome clinically different from exanthems?
A
Rash spares the trunk.
5
Q
Whats the difference between HSV1 and HSV2?
A
HSV1–mild, occurs in childhood
HSV2–after puberty, sexually transmitted
6
Q
What are the localized viral infections?
A
- Molluscum Contagiosum
- Verrucae Vulgaris
- Deep Palmo-plantar Wart
- Verrucae Plana
- Epidermodysplasia Verruciformis
- Herpes Simplex Virus
