Dermatitis/eczema Flashcards
1
Q
Conditions associated with seborrhoeic dermatitis?
A
HIV
Parkinsons disease
Patients may also develop otitis externa and blepharitis
2
Q
Management of scalp disease in seborrhoeic dermatitis?
A
Over the counter zinc pyrithione (head and shoulders) or tar (neutrogena t gel)
Ketoconazole shampoo
Selenium sulphide
Topical corticosteroids for up to 4 weeks
3
Q
Management of face/body lesions in seborrhoeic dermatitis?
A
Topical antifungal shampoos can be used
Topical steroids
4
Q
Standard management of atopic eczema? (3)
A
Regular emollients
Topical steroids for flares- may need regular (e.g. once/twice weekly as maintenance)
Oral antihistamines
5
Q
Most potent topical steroid?
A
Dermovate (clobetasol propionate)
