Seborrheic Dermatitis Flashcards
1
Q
Seborrheic dermatitis
A
Erythematous scaly erosions in areas with sebaceous glands
2
Q
Pathogenesis
A
Presence of epidermal lipids and
Malassezia species yeast
Immune system
3
Q
Clinical features
A
Erythema
Red yellow
Poorly circumscribed
Scales
Mildly pruritic
4
Q
Common sites
A
Scalp
Eyebrows
Perinasal areas
Ears
Retroauricular area
Anterior chest
Annular or petaloid form on neck
5
Q
Therapy
A
Anti mycotics
Ketoconazole
Zinc pyrithione
