Derm Flashcards
(214 cards)
Is Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis cell poor?
yes
How many biopsies?
two
What is more common, BP or PV?
BP
What is the age range for BP?
60-80
Which two specific antigens for BP?
180 and 230
Does BP appear quickly or over time?
over time
Which two immune proteins deposit during BP?
IgG and C3
Systemic or topical steroids for BULLOUS Pemphigoid?
systemic
Does antibody titer correlate during episodes of BP?
yes
Does pemphigoid gestationis attack oral mucosa?
no
Systemic or topical steroids for Pemphigoid Gestationis?
systemic
What specific structure does Pemphigoid Gestationis hit?
umbilicus
Does PUPP hit the umbilcus?
no
Where does PUPP appear?
abdominal striae
Is dermatitis herpetiformis itchy?
yes
Which two areas does dermatitis herpetiformis attack?
elbows and knees
Which immune cell is involved with dermatitis herpetiformis?
neutrophil
Which drug can be used to treat DH?
dapsone
What part of the body does LABD most commonly affect?
trunk
Does LABD attack the mucus membranes?
yes
What drug can cause LABD?
vancomycin
Genes for what disease can predispose to PCT?
hemochromatosis
Which three non-Genetic factors can cause PCT?
ethanol
estrogens
chronic Hep. C
What part of the body does PCT most commonly affect?
hands