Rashes 4 Flashcards

1
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A lot of guttate talengectasias on lips, neck, chest

A

Hereditary hemorrhagic telasgictasias
Osler-Rendu-Webber

Or sleroderma

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HHT Heredetary Hemmorhagic Telangectasia is aka

And has a risk of which disorders

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Osler-Rendu-Weber syndrome
Inherited mutation, tendency for bleeding (recurrent nosebleeds)

Also tendency for brain and lung aneurisms

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If Bowens on high risk areas (lip, penis, ear, temple) - which are ok to EDC and which must go to MOHS

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If base not transacted,
Ok to EDC - temple, ear (even scapha)
NEVER EDC lip or penis - MOHS ONLY!

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When doing path, check what on pt’s medical history

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Transplant, CLL, immuno-compromised

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If Bowens (SSCis) in a pt with CLL or transplant or low immunity, what tx

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IF on arm - can EDC

If on face - MOHS

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When see pale pink roundish rash that’s not too itchy, and do bx - what’s on ddx

A

GA v MF (CTCL) vs NUB

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By how much is the risk of getting another skin cancer and within how many years

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Have 50% chance of getting another cancer within 2 years.

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Molluscum explanation to parents

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  • Wart virus that resolves in 1-1.5 yrs
  • When inflamed - means immune system is attacking and going away so put HC 2.5
  • Don’t be scared of irritation - going away
  • CONTAGEOUS when touch (even when goes away for a bit) (ok if in pool water)
  • Get once and done
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Groin intertrigo in 10 yr

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No baby wipes!

HC 2.5 +2 Rfs

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What ear drops for psoriasis in ear canals and sig (and what type of med)

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DermOtic 0.01% ear drops prices: 5 drops q each ear prn

Fluocinolone - steroid

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What to use for rash/psoriasis behind ears

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Mometasone 0.1 % (prn, not 2 on/off, even if groin area)

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Directions for mometasone cream vs ointment

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Cream prn even in groin

Ointment - break 2 weeks in groin

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What to always ask and tell a pt when putting on Doxy

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Are you using OCP? Must use at least condoms if child bearing age. Both partners commit to using condom ms before proceeding with Doxy

Still gettin periods? LMP?

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What 2 oral med for LP

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Metronidazole (can’t drink, good LFTs)
If not improved on above, start Plaquinil:

Get baseline eye exam! Before initiating
Also order: CBC (anemia, agranulocytosis), CMP (liver toxicity), hep C Ab, Hep B Ag (antigen)

Plaquinil SE: Baseline eye exam and every year, angranulcytosis, aplastic ANEMIA, seizures, rashes, retinopathy, LIVER TOXICITY

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If ketoconazole is not working for ring worm or jock itch cruris, use what cream

A

Lamisil OTC

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What baseline testing needs to be done for Plaquinil initiation and what it’s used for

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  • Baseline eye exam and q1 year
  • CBC, CMP (liver)Hep B surface Ag, Hep C Ab
  • SE: anemia, agranulocytosis, retinopathy, SEIZURE, liver toxicity
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17
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DOse and sig of Metronidizole for LP

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500 mg BID x ??

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18
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How to tx angular cheilitis, what types there are

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Ketoconazole 2% in case it’s yeast and mometasone 0.1% for irritant contact (due to saliva)

Perlesh can be unilateral from saliva, (superficial bacteria and yeast), some from vitamin deficiency (B12 and folate)
Take OTC multivitamin, Arm and Hammer toothpaste
Discontinue: mints and gum, mouthwash

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19
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What is perlesh

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Angular cheilitis

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20
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Palmoplantar pustulosis is part of what disease and what’s important to avoid

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Psoriasis

Smoking makes worse (talk to PCP to quit smoking)

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Pt on spironolactone for acne, must stop it in which case

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If stops OCP, must stop spironolactone

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22
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Ask what if puttin got on acyclovir

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Kidney problems

Zoster - 1 g TID X 7 days (or 10 days?)

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23
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Ask what when starting spironolactone

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OCP? Condoms?

Ace inhibitors? Blood pressure issues?

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Which meds to ask if on ocp or planning to get pregs

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Spironolactone 
Doxy
Methotrexate 
Retinols
BP
Valtrex (ok you use acyclovir in PREGS)
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Name if Nodular elastosis with comedones and cutest

A

FAVRE Racouchot

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26
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Doxy is tx for what

A
HS (hidtadenitis supp)
BP Bullous Pemphigoid 
LPP/FFA
ROSACEA
ACNE
Erythema chronicum Migrans (expanding annular rash/solid plaques)
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27
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Which med for GA (generalized)?

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Plaquinile (can try Doxy first butnot as good as Plaquinil)

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Name of large venous papules

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Pyogenic granumloma

“Gran”ma’s pie

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29
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Which abx for dog bites

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Augmentin 875 - 125 unless allergy to PCN

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30
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Oral tx for LP

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Flagyl / no drinking and no liver problems

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31
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When rx’g valcyclovir, ask what

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Any kidney issues

Pregs

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Which oral meds for FFA

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doxy (if a lot of crusting) or dudasteride if no crusting and looks more like androgenetic alopecia

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33
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Graying/yellowing is the skin

A

Ochronisis

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34
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Groin intertrigo tx and can turn into what

Also what’s on ddx and how to tell difference

A

Nystatin or
Ketokonazole
Can turn into lichen amyloid (from rubbing area)

Ddx: inverse psoriasis but will have inverse ps in all intertrigo iOS areas plus family history

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35
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Bump filled with fluid

A

Hydrocystoma

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36
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T pedis tx

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Lamisil bid x 3 wks

Or ketoconazole 2%

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What does pyogenic granuloma look like and what it is

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Looks like huge blood proliferation/ “blood wart”

It’s a capillary hemangioma

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What is Osler Weber Rendu

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Hereditory hemorrhagic telangectasia

Increased risk for bleeding

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39
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What does sebatious Nevis look like?

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Warty to Smooh yellow orange growth (can be liniar) - birthmark (epidermal Nevus)

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40
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When can you not use Epi when

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Never in pregs!!!

Not penis or digits

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41
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Which body areas are suspicious for Mycosis Fungoides?

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Low back

Intergluteal/ inner thigh

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42
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Which rashes are on ddx for MF?

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TINEA corporis (ring worm)
Nummular eczema
Any rash that’s not itchy and doesn’t resolve after 1 month of topical steroid
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43
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Which bacteria causes smelly feet and name of condition plus tx

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Pitted keratolysis causes by keranobacterium (?)
Tx: Clindamycin or BP
add detail if sweats a lot

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44
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What to always ask pt presenting with hives?

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Any recent illness - cough sore throat prwsents with viruses like valley fever etc

45
Q

Name for freckles

A

Ephelides

46
Q

Things to ID in psoriasis and tx options to match

A

ID BSA % (<3 mild, 3-10 moderate, >10 severe start biologic=Humira) or if sensitive area and 5% = mod to severe

ID Sensitive areas (eyes, groin) vs non sensitive because different TX!!!

Sensitive:
ears and deep intergluteal/groin: Mometasone
EYES: Protopic ONLY!!! 0.03% (or otezla once topicals fail)

47
Q

What is good for back acne

A

Doxy 100 qHS

And PanOxyl soap x 10 min, white towels

48
Q

Tx for severe psoriasis plus what to always ask

A

Compound Clobetasol in oil ($50-60)
Compound T Gel with 6% SA
Ask:
What shampoo using? How often wash? Do you pick? FH?

49
Q

What is the name of cheilitis in corner of mouth and tx for it

A

Angular cheilitis
Check B12 levels (PCP)
HC 2.5 in AM and ketoconazole 2% PM
Also take a multivitamin

50
Q

Which rash is caused most often by herpes virus

A

Erythema Multiforme
Caused by infection 90% and 10% by drugs (nsaids, anticonvulsants)
TX: topical steroids??

51
Q

What questions to ask when contact derm around lips?

A

Toothpaste, mouthwash, gums (are loaded with balsam of Peru - cinnamon like product)
CHAPSTICKs (have fragrances)
NEOSPORIN?
SMOKER??????
Cough drops
Drinking out of what cup? - try glass or plastic (metals have nickle and cobalt in them)
Toothpicks - wood has preservatives

ALways check their med list for lip sores etc
MC causes of lip contact allergies: preservatives, fragrance or flavoring

52
Q

What did I forget to add to seb derm on face tx

A

Nizoral (or Head and shoulders?) shampoo suds

53
Q

Pay presenting with eczematous scaly patches, check where?

A

Belly button - common sight for Psoriasis (silvery scale). Can use TAC

54
Q

What is keratosis pilaris?

A

Form of dry skin, Hair follicle plugged by dry skin

Tx: hard, use amlactin or cerave SATURDAY

55
Q

What to do if Patch testing is back negative

A

Patch tests only for 36% of what people are allergic to. For more extensive testing of allergens - Mayo (doesn’t take medicare) or Phoenix Contact Dermatitis Institute (takes medicare)

56
Q

What is Eczemer laser approved for

A

Hand dermatitis/psoriasis

Vitiligo

57
Q

Rare cause of generalized hyperhydrosis

A

Pheochromocytosis

58
Q

What to ask when pt presents with hyperhydrosis

A
Is it flushing or sweating?
Is it localized or generalized
How long
Night sweats?
DM, thyroid, pheo, Meds (CTA and SSRIs), menopause
59
Q

Part of ear that goes into ear canal

A

incisura

60
Q

Tx for CNCH

A

Inject ILK 5 or bx to r/o CNCH v SCC

61
Q

At what age can start OCP or spironolactone in female

A
  • can start OCP at 13 yo

- can start spironolactone at 15 yo (start with OCP and can add spironolactone if no improvement)

62
Q

Compound topical for hyperhydrosis on face, scalp and intertrigo areas

A

Face: 0.5% GlycoPirolate cream
Scalp: 1% GlycoPirolate in foam
Body: cream

63
Q

Contact derm on Face/eyelids causes and tx

A

-nails, perfumes

64
Q

Granuloma Annulare can be associated with which 2 diseases

A

DM and thyroid

65
Q

Tx for GA and pt education

A
  • can be associated with DM and thyroid
    -Benign rash that can resolve on its own over months or years (if one spot, goes away faster, if more generalized - can take years)
  • good news if not raised (donut like) - means on its way out
  • most people are not bothered by itch or pain, just looks
  • usually no tx but depends on how aggressive you want to be with it - can apply topical steroid, ILK, LIGHT TX (TIW x 8 weeks: 50% success) or
    Plaquenil (anti-malarial med for lupus that can help with this 50% of time (takes 1 month) - SE: can cause anemia, nausea and liver fx, very rare is blindness: baseline eye exams (if on it for 3-5 years, not for a few months)
66
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Use of topical steroid in newborns (clobetasol, TAC, Protopic, HC and antihistamines)

A
  • HC 2.5 and TAC ok > 0 yo
  • Clobetasol and antihistamines ok >1
  • Protopic ok >2 yo
67
Q

What can look like Acne Miliaris and how to ddx

What systemic dz associated with?

A

Eosinophilic folliculitis can look like Acne Miliaris but EF is more itchy (while AM is more painful and some itch)

EF can look like face GA, acne-like or a bug bite
Commonly associated with HIV
Do bx

68
Q

HIV is commonly associated with which scalp dz?

A

Eosinophilic folliculitis

69
Q

Raised, mod firm, slightly pedunctulated nodules covered by smooth red skin (looks like a giant basal cell)

A

Fibroepithelioma Pinkus

Resembles fibroma, MC is back
It’s an uncommon variant of BCC
Single or multiple dome shaped sessile papules to large pedunculated tumors. Shades of pink, yellow, brown, skin colored
Tx as BCC

70
Q

Hives are which type of hypersensitivity reaction

A

Urticaria/asthma/angioedema is type 1 hypersensitivity. Labs show high Eos and TRYPTASE
(Includes anaphylaxis = IgE)
Tx: antihistamines, avoidance, desensitisation

71
Q

Milia can result from what

A

Excoriations and in scarring areas from shingles

72
Q

NP with rash

A
  • any new meds
  • any new products
  • any illness or infection???
  • itch on scale of 1 to 10
  • what used in past/now?
  • tried an antihistamine
  • mouth, groin, buttocks, face, scalp?
73
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Milia outside the face is a sign of what

A

Scarring

74
Q

What oral meds can’t be given to pts with heart failure/arrhythmia and in kidney failure

A

No atorax

And no Allegra

75
Q

Which type of virus/number for plantar, common, flat, butchers and condylomata

A

1- plantar

76
Q

Pt with hives: what to ask and what to rx

A
  • an recent viruses/illness
  • new meds or foods
  • more or less than 6 weeks
  • type 1 hypersensitivity rxn
  • tx: antihistamines, steroid plus EPIPEN (epinephrine auto-injector)
77
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Pt presenting with new rash that doesn’t look like eczema, look for what

A

Look for distribution along clothing lines (bra straps, hooks, cups, belts) and symmetry - if symmetric, could be allergic contact derm

78
Q

Grovers on chest and upper back that doesn’t respond to TAC, suspect which ddx
And what tx

A

Pytirosporum folliculitis

Tx: Nizoral 2% shampoo rx - suds on body

79
Q

Infection of toe nail - what abx if allergic to Keflex and what to do during exam plus recommendation

A
Use cipro (tendon rupture) 500 BID x 7 days if allergy to Keflex
Cx it (lance with 11 blade if pustul/blister)
Dr. Ezbar - podiatrist to eval ingrown toenail
80
Q

If SCC (well or moderately differentiated) in an immunocompromised pt, tx on face vs body

A

If on face - urgent MOHS (if well or moderately diff)

If body - can excise

81
Q

Tx for genital warts

A

LN2 is just fine!
Imiquimod 5% cream (aldara)
Podofilox 0.5% solution or gel BID for 3 days, the no tx for 4 days (do 4-6 cycles)
LN2

Surgery,lasers, EDC, TCA peel

82
Q

Do DIF culture only when suspect what dz

A

Bullous disease only

83
Q

No Epi in which conditions

A

Mastocytosis
Pregs
Penis or finger

84
Q

Prosiasis eval and tx

A

Ask:

  • Where (groin, face, ears, scalp, NAILS, palms/soles)
  • FH
  • Joint aches
  • Picking?

Tx:
-Beta BID (RTC 8wks) —> Beta BID plus Dovonex (good for intergluteal and penis) or plus Tazorac PM
-ILK
- Eczemer laser (BIW x8 wks, works 2 months)
Penis: Mometasone BID or Protopic + Dovonex
NAILS: Beta and Tazorac PM
Ears: Mometasone BID (no break), Protopic or HC 2.5

> 10% BSA
- Humira: no h/o ca or infection (TB, Hep C/B, HIV)
Labs: CBC, CMP, TB, Cocci, Hep C B HIV
C/I: h/o MM and breast cancer
-Otezla pills: ok with cancer or infection. Not in breast cancer
-MM: use Otezla, not Humira, not light tx
-Breast cancer: not Otezla, not Humira, must use light tx

85
Q

Do you need 2 weeks break when using TAC ointment (vs cream)

A

No

86
Q

Humira initiation questions and labs

A
  • CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE (pacemaker OK)
  • LUPUS, MS, internal cancer or Lymphoma

Labs: CBC, CMP, TB, Cocci, Hep C/B, HIV

87
Q

Several leomyomas in the same spot in dermatomal distribution is sing of what

A

Kidney cancer

88
Q

Eczema education in kids (can be associated with what condition in darker skins kids)

A

Associated with Pityriasis Alba

It’s always sensitive skin, a genetic condition - a defect in profilagrin: when it’s not made right, we lose water —> need to be careful about several things: everything hypoallergenic and moisturize daily
Eczema waxes and wanes
-Lube up after shower
-All fragrance free detergents
-No dryer sheets

It’s a genetic condition that creates chronically skin due to a defect in profilagrin protein in the skin: when it’s not make right, our skin loses our ability to retain water and stay hydratited. So you need to be extra careful about several things: must moisturize daily and use only hypoallergenic soaps and products, laundry detergent. it WAXES and wanes

89
Q

Generalized GA in adult associated with what and advise what

A

Malignancy lung ca lymphoma etc

Make sure get annual screenings

90
Q

Acne Miliaris Necrotica tx

A

Doxy q HS 100 with dinner
Plus CLEOCIN T GEL to spots
T Sal shampoo
BLADE #4 when cutting hair

91
Q

What is good for toe nail infections and what abx and topical for toe nail infections

A

Vinegar soaks are good for G- bacteria (like klebsiella)
MC is staph but need both G+ and G- so Cipro is best
Gentamicin cream

92
Q

Haley Haley is caused by what

A

Genetics
Blistering dz - chronic fissures in skin open to Infection worse with heat and friction
Tx steroid cream

93
Q

What to use if TINEA corporis (ring worm) is not responding to ketoconazole cream?

A

OTC lamisil is better than ketoconazole

94
Q

How to describe allergic dermatitis to pt

A

Let’s go through your normal routine: dermatitis is almost an eczema like rash. You are allergic to something that you are using. They are constantly changing ingredients in body soaps, detergents.
Any new meds?

If you take oral prednisone: lots of SE
So TAC cream jar
Hydroxyzine - change to Allegra (less sedating) without decongestant
No polysporin/neosporin

95
Q

Tx for palmar plantar pustulosis and what to tell pt

A

Tx: Beta oint BID with SERAN WRAP!!!
2 weeks off, till clears
ITCH: ALLERGRA
(No sure tazorac will help on feet)

RTC 6 weeks
If not better: Eczemer laser BIW x 8 weeks, then consider non-biologic systemics like DOXY and COLCHISINE (anti-neutros, pustules have neutros on bx)

NO SMOKING, no pumice stones, no rubbing
SHOES and SOCKS, no Sandals (bc doesn’t support the sole and too much rubbing )
Can be aggravated by allergens - so hypoallergenic soap and moisturizer
NO sandals bc allergens in RUBBER and leather so need socks to create a barrier like SOCK

Form of psoriasis that forms pustules. It’s a genetic hereditary condition and 3% of population in US gets. It’s more stubborn to treat. THere is no cure. Starts with redness which is inflammation then forms crops of pustules that turn brown.

96
Q

What 2 interesting oral meds for palmoplantar pustulosis (non responsive to topical steroid and Eczemer)

A

Doxy and Colchisine

Both anti-neutrophilic, pustules have neutros on bx

97
Q

What else to ask HS pts and what to add to pt edu

A
No Smoking
Loose clothing, Wgt loss!!!!
Form of boils in areas of rubbing
1% of population, genetic condition
Doxy x 2 weeks for flares, PanOxyl 10 min soap
Cleocin T gel
98
Q

Cause of brachioradial pruritus?

A

Spinal/neck injury or arthritis?
Nerve that’s being impinged on so have PCP look at neck
TINGLING IN HANDS
Worse with sun - SS and clothing
Tx: TAC BID, ice, SARNA, Vanicream daily
(On left arm only: started in writs, then elbow area, then upper forearm)

99
Q

What to use for inflammatory intertrigo rash under arms

A

Mometasone cream

100
Q

Explain nummular eczema

A

It’s basically adult eczema with coin shaped patches that come and go and can be itchy. Due to dry mature skin. There are 2 things that make it worse: dry skin and hot water.
It’s not an allergy, not environmental - just dry and mature skin.
Our ability to retain water is not as good as it was 20 years ago so skin is not as hydrated
End point is itch free and clear
There is no cure, only ways to manage it
TAC BID for flares, Allegra if itch

101
Q

Will Allegra help BrachioRadial pruritus?

A

No, bc it’s a nerve condition, neck injury/arthritis

102
Q

3 tx options for androgenetic alopecia and pt edu

A

It’s recession of frontal hairline, hereditary, 40% has it
- made worse by testosterone supplements
RTC 6 months

Tx:

  • rogaine (but comes back when stops),
  • PROPECIA (finasteride) for BPH (SE: decreased libido and ejaculation - can continue after DC med)
  • PRP - take your blood, spin it and take plasma out and inject it, not covered by insurance
103
Q

Wart education

A

It’s harmless virus but a nuecense. that’s easy to get by shaking hands, video games, in gym lockers. Kids get it more than adults bc immune system is not as mature as adults and doesn’t recognize the virus. Good news is that eventually all warts go away by themselves but we don’t know when. If type in wart tx on internet, will come up with many options because what works for 1 person may not work for another.
What is different for potential treatments are SE
- LN2 otc is 20 vs 196, blisters and can leave a white scar (hands won’t free)
-OTC comp W is 40% SA and is as effective as LN2 - it revs up imm says to see the wart. The advantage is doesn’t hurt and no scar but takes 12 WEEKS to work (but can’t use on face)
-FUDEX cream can help with DUCK tape
-Aldara qHS 3-5 nights per week with duct tape, wash off in am
- Candida injection
-Versipulse laser (insurance PA)
- Start with comp W and LN2

Sweat feed warts
Sand warts down every night and apply FUDEX and bandaid, wash off qAM

Wart on nose - cantharidin blister beetle juice, no shower

If not improvement, Dr. B does candida injections

104
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What wierd questions to ask when initiating biological like humira

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Congestive HF? Lupus, MS, internal cancers, lymphoma, hep CB HIV TB

105
Q

MC cause of dermatitis

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Preservatives and fragrance

106
Q

Several leomyomas in same distribution is a sign of what

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Sign of kidney cancer

Fibromas (smooth muscle tumor benign), can be on skin??

107
Q

What is another cause for HS

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Hormonal, worse with period: start doxy 1 weeks before period for flares

108
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Atopic eczema education

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It’s a genetic condition that creates chronically skin due to a defect in profilagrin protein in the skin: when it’s not make right, our skin loses our ability to retain water and stay hydratited. So you need to be extra careful about several things: must moisturize daily and use only hypoallergenic soaps and products, laundry detergent. it WAXES and wanes