Notes in 01_Dermatitis

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Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)}} is {{c2::a chronic inflammatory skin condition with periods of remission and flare which can be triggered by soap, …
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)}} {{c1::Dry and itchy rash}} {{c1::Erythema with vesicles and papules (Acute)}} {{c1::Thick and …
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Allergy contact dermatitis}} is {{c2::a type 4 hypersensitivity reaction (T-cell mediated) which takes 48-72 hrs to develop reaction, that occur…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Allergic Contact Dermatitis}} {{c1::Usually the hand}} {{c1::Post-exposure irritation (metal, medicine, rubber)}} {{c1::Erythema…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Irritant Contact Dermatitis}} describes {{c2::irritation that occurs to the skin immediately upon exposure to certain products, over-exposure to…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Irritant Contact Dermatitis}} {{c1::Usually the hand}} {{c1::Upon exposure irritation (water, soap, detergent)}} {{c1::Erythemat…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Seborrhoeic dermatitis}} is an {{c2::inflammatory skin condition that occurs in areas rich in sebaceous glands (e.g. scalp, face)}}
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Seborrhoeic Dermatitis}} {{c1::Infant: scalp and proximal flexures erythema}} {{c1::Adult: sebacous gland (scalp, face, upper tr…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Venous eczema}} describes {{c2::inflammation of the lower leg secondary to valvular incompetence which leads to venous congestion, oedema, and i…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Venous Eczema}} {{c1::Itchy, dry, red, scaly skin in the lower legs}} {{c1::May be painful}} {{c1::May be associated with lipode…
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Discoid eczema}} describes {{c2::round shaped areas of inflammation that appear in different areas of the body with borders that gradually fade}…
Published	02/10/2024	Presentation of {{c2::Discoid Eczema}} {{c1::Round-shaped erythematous plaques}} {{c1::Borders fade gradually *unlike psoriasis}}
Published	02/10/2024	Differentiating Types of Dermatitis Atopic {{c1::(dry and itchy rash, erythema with vesicles and papules, commonly in extensor, hand, face)}} Allergy …
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Skin prick test}} is an investigative test done for Type {{c2::1}} Hypersensitivity reactions
Published	02/10/2024	{{c1::Patch testing}} is an investigative test done for Type {{c2::4}} Hypersensitivity reactions
Published	02/10/2024	Key to maintain Eczema is to reduce {{c1::inflammation}} and to create an {{c1::artificial barrier}} to protect the skin from further inflammation and…
Published	02/10/2024	Types of Emollients[1] {{c1::Lotion (more water than oil, quick evaporation)}}[2] {{c1::Cream (equal water and oil, seals moisture better than lotion)…
Published	02/10/2024	Types of Topical Steroids according to PotencyVery Strong: {{c1::Clobetasol 0.05%}}Strong: {{c1::Beclometasone 0.025%}}, {{c1::Fluticasone 0.005-…
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis {{c1::Avoidance of triggers}} {{c1::Emollients (e.g. moisturisers)}} {{c1::Topical steroids (e.g. hydrocortisone, betam…
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Seborrhoeic DermatitisIn adults {{c1::Topical antifungal (e.g. ketoconazole)}} {{c1::Ketoconazole shampoo 2%}} In children {{c1::Clotr…
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Venous Eczema {{c1::Weight loss}} {{c1::Compression stocking}} {{c1::Topical emollients and steroids}}
Published	02/10/2024	Treatment of Discoid Eczema {{c1::Emollients}} {{c1::Potent steroids}} {{c1::UV-light therapy}} {{c1::Immunosuppressants (e.g. azathioprine) if poor r…
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