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Psoriasis and Eczema
Test 5 Sem 2
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Medical
Graduate
03/09/2011

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Term
atopic dermatitis has intense what?
Definition
pruritis
Term
atopic dermatitis is associated with what?
Definition
personal/family history of atopy (IgE elevation)
Term
infantile atopic dermatitis? (2)
Definition
1) >2 months
2) cheeks, extensor surfaces
Term
What is a hallmark of atopic dermatitis?
Definition
lichenification
Term
What does D-SCALP stand for?
Definition
D-dermatophytoses
S-seborrheic dermatitis
C-contact dermatitis
A-atopic dermatitis
L-lymphoma
P-psoriasis
Term
cradle cap, or a self-limited skin condition in infants is what?
Definition
seborrheic dermatitis
Term
What is due to kids sweating in their shoes, especially tennis shoes?
Definition
juvenile plantar dermatosis (toxic sock syndrome)
Term
Teddy bear sign, statue of liberty sign and touchdown sign are seen with what?
Definition
unilateral laterothroacic exanthem
Term
What do you use to treat eczema?
Definition
moisture, moisture, moisture
Term
Top 10 allergens in north america
Definition
3 metals: Nickel, gold, cobalt
3 preservatives: Quaternium 15, formaldhyde, thiomersal
2 topical antibiotics: neomycin, bacitracin
2 fragrances: Balsam of Peru, fragrance mix
Term
What is the most potent steroid cream?
Definition
clobex lotion, 0.05%
Term
what drugs is psoriasis worse with?
Definition
antimalarials, lithium
Term
What is the most common clinical presentation of psoriasis?
Definition
plaque-type psoriasis (sharply demarcated, erythematous scaling plaques)
Term
what type of psoriasis is common after a strep infection?
Definition
guttate psoriasis
Term
What is the most commonly prescribed med for psoriasis?
Definition
corticosteroids
Term
greasy scale on erythematous patches is indicative of what?
Definition
seborrheic dermatitis
Term
well demarcated, coin-shaped eczematous patches are seen with what?
Definition
nummular eczema
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