derm 15% Flashcards
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MC cutaneous drug rxn and 2nd MC
MC = IV (morbilliform) 2nd = I (urticaria/angioedema)
how long after exposure does type I rxn occur? type IV?
I- mins-hrs
IV- 2-14days
what disease is lichen planus associated with
HCV
what is the patho of lichen planus
cell-mediated immune response
describe lesions of lichen planus
5 p’s (polygonal, pruritic, planar, purple papules)
with irregular borders + fine scales
on FLEXOR surfaces
what 2 phenomenons are seen in lichen planus
koebners phenomenon
wickhams striae
what is koebners phenomenon
new lesions at sites of trauma
seen in psoriasis + lichen planus
what is wickham striae
fine white lines on skin lesions or oral mucosa in lichen planus
how long does lichen planus last
8-12mo
tx of lichen planus (1st + 2nd line)
1: topical corticosteroid
2: PO steroids, UVB, retinoids
what viral infection is associated w pityriasis rosea
HHV-7
what are the KEY words for pityriasis rose presentation
collarette scaling
cleavage lines
X-mas tree
face is spared
what tests should you get if you suspect pityriasis rosea
RPR- mimics syphilis
how long does pityriasis rosea last
6-12wks
difference btw SJS + TEN
SJS = <10% BSA TENS = >30% BSA
what is the presentation of SJS/TEN
fever + URI sx –> blisters on trunk/face
involves 1+ mucous membrane
+ Nikolsky
what is the patho of erythema multiforme
type IV cutaneous reaction
what is the MC cause of erythema multiforme + what is more common in kids
HSV
mycoplasma more common in kids
how long does erythema multiforme last
2wks
what do the lesions of erythema multiforme look like
target (iris) lesions
dusty-red/violet
pale edematous ring + peripheral red halo
NEG nikolsky
difference btw Erythema multiforme minor + major
minor- no mucous membranes
major- 1+ mucous membranes
when do you use isotretinoins for acne
if nodular or cystic
when do you use topical abx for acne and which can you use
if mild (comedones +/- some papules/pustules) clindamycin - use w benzoyl peroxide
when do you use PO abx for acne and which can you use
moderate (papules + pustules)
doxy, minocycline, emicin, clinda