Atopic Dermatitis

Question 1

What is often the cause of atopic dermatitis?

Answer 1

genetic defect in filament protein gene

Question 2

what approach do we take to treating eczema?

Answer 2

we try to replace the barrier that’s missing with weakened skin

Question 3

acute presentation of atopic dermatitis looks like?

Answer 3

vesicles that are weeping and crusty

looks like impetigo, often is BOTH

Question 4

what does the subacute presentation of atopic dermatitis look like?

Answer 4

papules and plaques

erythematous

dry, scaly, itchy

Question 5

what colonizes the skin of 90% of kids with atopic dermatitis?

Answer 5

staph

Question 6

What’s the appropriate follow up time for AD?

Answer 6

2-4 weeks

Question 8

what class of steroids should you use for a flare up in a young child?

Answer 8

Mild (Grade V-VII)

Question 9

what is a good as second-line for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis?

Answer 9

tacrolimus or other topical calcineurin inhibitors (TCIs)

Question 10

what’s an appropriate long-term measure to minimize infection of a child’s skin who has atopic dermatitis?

Answer 10

bleach baths

(whaaaaat?)