Clinic A/P, adults, DERMATOLOGY
Definition: “Lichen planus is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease that affects the skin, oral mucosa, genital mucosa, scalp, and nails. ” AFP Diagnosis H&P -Lichen planus is associated with Hepatitis C. So check CMP for mildly elevated...
Clinic A/P, Peds, DERMATOLOGY
Background Also called fifth disease. Diagnosis H&P: Ddx Cause: Parvovirus B19, an erythrovirus. Typical presentation: A prodrome of low-grade fever sore throat, nausea, headache, malaise, followed a few days later by a characteristic erythematous facial rash on...
Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds, DERMATOLOGY
Diagnosis H&P: Risk factors: Common presentation:- Pruritus is the most common presenting symptom in pediculosis. How a diagnosis is made: Head and pubic lice infestations diagnosed by visualization of live lice. Ddx and cause: Treatment -Permethrin 1% lotion or...
Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds, DERMATOLOGY
#Molluscum contagiosum – Treatment with Cantharidin (a topical blistering agent): Will use the blunt wooden end of a cotton swab to apply Cantharidin directly to the lesions without touching the surrounding skin. Will then cover the lesion with tape or a bandage...
Clinic A/P, adults, DERMATOLOGY
#Corns or Calluses Calluses and corns are treated the same. -Prevention: Wear shoes that properly fit. Avoid tight-fitting shoes. Get shoes that are the right size and shape for your feet. Keep toenails trimmed. -Treatment: File the corn/callus and apply salicylic...
