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What is a common treatment for uncomplicated AOE?
Topical preparation containing steroids, antiseptic, and antibiotic
Examples include hydrocortisone or betamethasone for steroids, alcohol or acetic acid for antiseptics, and aminoglycoside or fluoroquinolone for antibiotics.
Name two types of steroids used in the treatment of uncomplicated AOE.
- Hydrocortisone
- Betamethasone
These steroids help reduce inflammation in the treatment of AOE.
What are two common antiseptics used for uncomplicated AOE?
- Alcohol
- Acetic acid
Antiseptics help to clean the affected area and reduce the risk of infection.
What type of antibiotic is effective against the most common causative bacteria of AOE?
- Aminoglycoside
- Fluoroquinolone
These antibiotics are chosen for their effectiveness against bacteria commonly associated with AOE.
Fill in the blank: Uncomplicated AOE is treated with a topical preparation that contains _______.
[steroids, antiseptic, and antibiotic]
What skin condition is suggested by a blistering rash on sun-exposed areas?
Porphyria cutanea tarda (PCT)
PCT is characterized by photosensitivity and skin fragility.
What symptom is associated with porphyria cutanea tarda alongside a blistering rash?
Dark-colored urine
Dark urine can indicate the presence of porphyrins.
What type of medical history raises suspicion for porphyria cutanea tarda?
Positive family history
Genetic factors may contribute to the risk of developing PCT.
What is Hemin?
An iron-containing protein that blocks heme synthesis
What condition is Hemin used to treat?
Acute intermittent porphyria (AIP)
What are common manifestations of AIP?
Fever, abdominal pain, and neurologic abnormalities
True or False: Hemin promotes heme synthesis.
False
Fill in the blank: AIP typically manifests with _______.
fever, abdominal pain, and neurologic abnormalities
What is PCT?
PCT stands for Porphyria Cutanea Tarda
What results from PCT?
Accumulation of porphyrins in the liver, skin, and urine
What are the symptoms of PCT?
Chronic skin photosensitivity and discoloration of the urine
What triggers PCT symptoms?
Exposure to sunlight, smoking, and alcohol intake
What is the primary treatment for PCT?
Sun protection, avoidance of known triggers, and administration of hydroxychloroquine or chloroquine
How do hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine work in treating PCT?
They form water-soluble complexes with the porphyrin rings that are then excreted by the kidneys
Fill in the blank: PCT causes chronic skin photosensitivity and _______.
discoloration of the urine
True or False: Smoking can trigger symptoms of PCT.
True
What type of complexes do hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine form?
Water-soluble complexes
What is a common symptom of PCT related to the skin?
Chronic skin photosensitivity
What is leukocytoclastic vasculitis?
An umbrella term for vasculitides, including Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP)
HSP is a specific type of leukocytoclastic vasculitis.