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Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Nail Bed::Body Part}} - Peripheral Cyanosis
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Macule::Primary Lesion}} flat area of color change (no elevation or depression) 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Papule::Primary  Lesion}}Solid elevation less than 0.5 cm in diameter 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Nodule::Primary  Lesion}}Solid elevation 0.5 to 1 cm in diameter 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tumor::Primary  Lesion}}Solid Mass – Larger than 1cm  
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Plaque::Primary  Lesion}}Flat elevated surface found on skin or mucous membrane 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Wheal::Primary  Lesion}}Type of plaque that results in transient edema in the dermis
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Vesicle::Primary  Lesion}}Small blister-fluid within or under epidermis. 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Bulla::Primary  Lesion}}Large Blister (greater than 0.5 cm)  
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Pustule::Primary  Lesion}}Vesicle filled with pus 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Scales::Secondary  Lesion}}Flakes on confined skin layer 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Crust::Secondary  Lesion}}Dried exudate on skin 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Fissure::Secondary  Lesion}}Cracks on skin 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Ulcer::Secondary  Lesion}}Area of destruction of entire epidermis 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Scar::Secondary  Lesion}}Excess collagen production after injury 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Atrophy::Secondary  Lesion}}Loss of some portion of the skin 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tzank Smear::Diagnostic Test}} - Used for viral infections such as zoster virus 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Wood's light examination::Diagnostic Test}} - Typically used for fungal infections  
Published 07/30/2024 Seborrheic DermatitisSecondary to overproduction of {{c1::sebum}} 
Published 07/30/2024 Seborrheic Dermatitis Commonly occurs in babies below {{c1::3}} months of age and adults {{c1::30-60}} years of age; More common among {{c2::m…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Oily Form::Form of Seborrheic Dermatitis}}Moist or greasy, sallow patches of skin with slight erythema 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Dry Form:: Form of Seborrheic Dermatitis}}Flaky desquamation of scalp accompanied by pruritus 
Published 07/30/2024 Management of Sebhorreic Dermatitis (DANDRUFF)Use shampoo that contains: {{c1::Salicylic Acid}}{{c1::Selenium Sulfide}}{{c1::Pyrithione Zinc}}
Published 07/30/2024 Management of Sebhorreic Dermatitis (Skin Creases){{c1::Steroid Lotions}}
Published 07/30/2024 Management of Sebhorreic Dermatitis (Cradle Cap)Massage site with:{{c1::Tar Shampoo}}{{c1::2% Ketoconazole}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::P. acnes}}Responsible for the development of inflammatory response related to acne (redness and purulence) in acne vulgaris
Published 07/30/2024 Treatment for Acne Vulgaris {{c1::Normalize shedding into pore}}{{c1::Killing P.Acnes}}{{c1::Anti-inflammatory effects}}{{c1::Hormonal Manipulati…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Herpes Zoster}}  Characterized by a painful vesicular eruption along the area of distribution of the sensory nerves from one or more post…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Corticosteroids::Management of Herpes Zoster}}Reduces Inflammation
Published 07/30/2024 Antiviral agents for all types of Herpes (Varicella-Zoster Virus): {{c1::Acyclovir (Zovirax)}}{{c1::Valacyclovir (Valtrex)}}{{c1::Famiciclovir (F…
Published 07/30/2024 Prevalence of Herpes SimplexHSV 1 {{c1::>::</>}} HSV 2 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Orolabial Herpes::Type of Herpes Simplex}}Herpes Simplex Type {{c2::1::1/2}} that consists of erythematous-based clusters or grouped vesicl…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Genital Herpes::Type of Herpes Simplex}}Herpes simplex type {{c2::2::1/2}} with Grouped vesicles on an erythematous base initially involvin…
Published 07/30/2024 Genital and orolabial HerpesProdrome: {{c1::Burning, Tingling, Itching}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Herpetic gingivostomatitis::Complications of Orolabial Herpes}}- high fever- general malaise- regional lyphadenopathy (affects the {{c2::anterio…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Erythema multiforme::Complications of Orolabial Herpes}} Acute inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes with characteristic lesions that …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Eczema Herpeticum::Complications of Genital Herpes}} A condition in which patients with eczema contract herpes that spreads throughout the …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Herpetic Whitlow::Complications of Genital Herpes}} Infection of the pulp of the fingertip with herpes type 1 or type 2 (type 1 {{c2::&l…
Published 07/30/2024 Herpes SimplexIndications for patients to undergo suppressive therapy:{{c1::6 recurrences per year}}{{c1::erythema multiforme}}{{c1::immunocompromised…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tinea Pedis (Athlete's Foot)}}Scaling and mild redness with macerations (scarring) in toe webs (w/ or w/o pruritus) with clusters of clear vesic…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Griseofulvin or Terbinafine::Management for Tinea Pedis}}Used in resistant infections
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Burow’s solution of potassium permanganate::Management for Tinea Pedis}} To remove crusts, scales, and debris and to reduce inflammation …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tinea Corporis}} Ring-shaped, erythematous lesions with varying degrees of central clearing and raised, scaling borders 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tinea Capitis}} one or several round, red scaling patches with {{c2::temporary::temporary/permanent}} hair loss
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Griseofulvin::Management for Tinea Capitis}} Oral Anti-fungal agent
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Nizoral or Selenium Sulfide::Management for Tinea Capitis}} Placed in shampoo to be used 2-3 times weekly
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tinea Cruris}} aka {{c1::Jock itch}}Small red scaling patches on the groin that turns into pruritic circulated elevated plaques w/ clusters…
Published 07/30/2024 Why is chickenpox easily ruled out in tinea cruris?{{c1::chickenpox does not start in the inguinal area, rather in a more exposed portion of the body}…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Oral Antihistamines::Management}}Given to patients with dermatologic issues regardless of whether the cause is bacterial or fungal
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Tinea Unguium}} Chronic fungal infection of the toenails or fingernails 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Itraconazole (Sporanox)::Management of Tinea Unguium}} Preferred oral antifungalFingernails: {{c2::6 weeks::duration}}Toenails: {{c2::12 weeks…
Published 07/30/2024 PediculosisPediculosis Capitis - in the head; usually in {{c1::pediatric::age group}} patientsPediculosis Corporis - in the bodyPediculosis Pubis…
Published 07/30/2024 Management of Pediculosis Capitis- {{c1::Lindane}}-containing shampoo or {{c1::pyrethin}} compounds with {{c1::piperonyl butoxide}}- Fine-toothed…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Pediculosis Corporis and Pubis}}Infestation of the body louse manifested by {{c2::gray-blue macules}} on the trunk, thighs, and axillae …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Lindane or 5% permethrin:: Management of Pediculosis Corporis and Pubis}}Applied to the affected area of the skin and to hairy areas  …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Petrolatum::Management of Pediculosis Corporis and Pubis}}Thickly applied on the eyelashes 2x daily for 8 days until it spontaneously slough off…
Published 07/30/2024 Scabies Infestation of the skin by the itch mite {{c1::Sarcoptes scabiei::parasite}} commmonly in the {{c2::Circle of Hebra}}, with a prod…
Published 07/30/2024 ScabiesCircle of Hebra:  {{c1::Fingernails, popliteal fossae, wrists, axillae, nipples, umbilicus, lower abdomen, genitalia, buttocks}} …
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Scabies}}Extremely pruritic popular lesions with burrows and increased itching at {{c2::night::time of the day}} 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Antihistamine/Synalar::Treatment for Scabies}}topical steroid that improves itching
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Prednisone::Treatment for Scabies}}Oral steroid for severe itching
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Lindande/Crotamiton/5% permethrin::Treatment for Scabies}}Topical Steroids applied neck down for 12-24 hours; anti-inflammatory and anti-pruriti…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Psoriasis}}Chronic non-infectious inflammatory disease of the skin where the epidermal cells produce 3-9 times faster ({{c2::3-4 days::turnaroun…
Published 07/30/2024 Pathogenesis of Psoriasis1. Interplay of the risk factors2. {{c1::Regulatory T-cell Defect}}3. Migration of T cells, dendritic cells, and macrophages&…
Published 07/30/2024 Grading of PsoriasisMild - {{c1::<3}}%.Moderate - {{c1::3-10}}%Severe - {{c1::>10}}%
Published 07/30/2024 Medicines that trigger Psoriasis{{c1::Lithium salt}}{{c1::Anti-malarials}}{{c1::Corticosteroids}}{{c1::Indomethacin}}{{c1::Beta-blocker}}
Published 07/30/2024 Lifestyle that can aggravate Psoriasis{{c1::Excessive Alcohol Consumption}}{{c1::Smoking}}{{c1::Obesity}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Auspitz sign::Manifestation of Psoriasis}}Bleeding points that occur when scales are scraped away
Published 07/30/2024 Most common sites of manifestation in Psoriasis{{c1::Scalp}}{{c1::Extensor surface of elbows and knees}}{{c1::Lower back}}{{c1::Genitalia}}{{c1::Nails…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Plaque Psoriasis::Types of Psoriasis}}Aka Psoriasis Vulgaris; Most common (80-90%)
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Flexural Psoriasis (Inverse)::Types of Psoriasis}}No scale formation, usually involving the skin folds and is aggravated by {{c2::friction}} and…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Guttate Psoriasis::Types of Psoriasis}}2nd most common; characterized by tear-drop shaped spots in children and young adults who have previous {…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::palmoplantar pustulosis/ psoriasis::Type of Pustular Psoriasis}}Found on the hands and feet
Published 07/30/2024 In palmoplantar pustulosis, it is important to rule out {{c1::fungal infection (tinea)}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Erythrodermic Psoriasis (Exfoliative)::Type of Psoriasis}}Least Common; fatal
Published 07/30/2024 Pathogenesis of Erythrodermic Psoriasis1. {{c1::exacerbation of unstable plaque psoriasis (abrupt withdrawal of systemic treatment)}}2. extreme inflam…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Exfoliative Dermatitis}}Progressive inflammation characterized by generalized erythema and scaling along with chills, fever, prostration, severe…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Exfoliative Dermatitis}}Profound loss of stratum corneum (capillary, leakage, hypoproteinemia, and negative nitrogen balance) 
Published 07/30/2024 Exfoliative DermatitisCommon for {{c1::Males::Gender}} ({{c1::2-4:1::ratio}}) older than {{c2::40}} years oldexcept when the condition resul…
Published 07/30/2024 Diseases to rule out in Exfoliative Dermatitis (Etiology){{c1::Part of malignancy (lymphoma group of diseases)}}{{c1::Psoriasis}}{{c1::Atopic dermatit…
Published 07/30/2024 Diagnosing Exfoliative DermatitisEliminate known causes including drugs such as penicillin and {{c1::barbiturates}}
Published 07/30/2024 Manifestation of {{c1::Exfoliative Dermatitis}}Thin flakes of smooth skin and red new scales; no {{c2::fissures}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Sun Exposure}}Leading cause of skin cancer
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Basal Cell Carcinoma::Type of Skin Cancer}}Common type that usually begins as small waxy nodules with rolled, translucent, pearly boarders
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Basal Cell Carcinoma::Type of Skin Cancer}}Rare metastasis, common recurrence
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Squamous Cell Carcinoma::Type of Skin Cancer}}Arising from the epidermis; metastasis is common
Published 07/30/2024 Precancerous condition in Squamous Cell Carcinoma {{c1::Actinic keratosis}}{{c1::leukoplakia}}{{c1::scarred or ulcerated tumors}}
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Moh's micrographic Surgery::Management of Skin Cancer}}Uses lenses for very small areas
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Malignant Melanoma}}Most lethal skin cancer ({{c2::20%::percentage}} of CA deaths); present in the {{c3::epidermis and dermis::layer/s of t…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Lentigo Maligna Melanoma::Type of Malignant Melanoma}}Slowly evolving; Occurs on exposed areas
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Nodular Melanoma::Type of Malignant Melanoma}}Spherical, blueberry-like nodule with a smooth and blue-black color (blood blister that did not re…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Acral-Lentiginous Melanoma ::Type of Malignant Melanoma}}Areas where there is no excessive exposure to sunlight and hair follicles are abse…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::Poor::Prognosis in Malignant Melanoma}} Lesion > 1.5 mm 
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::95% long term survival ( > 5 years)3% chance of metastasis::Prognosis in Malignant Melanoma}}Thin skin lesion; NO lymph node involvement…
Published 07/30/2024 {{c1::20-50% chance of surviving for 5 years::Prognosis in Malignant Melanoma}}With regional lymph node involvement
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