Notes in Flex: Inflammatory Skin Disorders I

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Published	01/09/2024	What type of hypersensitivity reaction is patch test? {{c1::Type IV HSR (CD4 Mediated)}}
Published	01/09/2024	What joint pathology is associated with skin psoriasis and nail lesions?{{c1::Psoriatic arthritis}}
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Acanthosis}} is defined as epidermal hyperplasia (increased spinosum)
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Contact}} dermatitis presents with a pruritic, oozing rash with vesicles and edema due to a type {{c2::IV}} HSR
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Contact}} dermatitis arises upon exposure to allergens (e.g. nickel, poison ivy, neomycin)
Published	01/09/2024	Treatment of contact dermatitis involves removal of the offending agent and topical {{c1::glucocorticoids}} if needed
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Psoriasis}} is a characterized by well-circumscribed, salmon-colored plaques with silverly scale
Published	01/09/2024	Psoriasis typically presents on {{c1::extensor}} surfaces and the scalp
Published	01/09/2024	Psoriasis is associated with nail {{c1::pitting}} and psoriatic arthritis
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Psoriasis}} is characterized histologically by acanthosis with parakeratosis
Published	01/09/2024	{{c2::Psoriasis}} may be associated with {{c1::Munro microabscesses}}, which are collections of neutrophils in the stratum corneum
Published	01/09/2024	Psoriasis is associated with {{c1::decreased}} thickness of the stratum granulosum
Published	01/09/2024	Treatment for psoriasis includes corticosteroids, {{c1::PUVA (psoralen + UV-A light)}}, or immune-modulating thrapy
Published	01/09/2024	What inflammatory dermatitis presents as pruritic, planar, polygonal, purple papules? {{c1::Lichen planus}}
Published	01/09/2024	Lichen planus often presents on the wrists, elbows, and {{c1::oral}} mucosa
Published	01/09/2024	Lichen planus often presents with reticular white lines on the surface, known as {{c1::Wickham striae}}, especially on oral mucosa
Published	01/09/2024	{{c2::Lichen planus}} is an inflammatory dermatitis associated with chronic {{c1::hepatitis C}} infection
Published	01/09/2024	Which blistering skin disorder is characterized by a targetoid rash and bullae? {{c1::Erythema multiforme}}
Published	01/09/2024	The targetoid appearance of erythema multiforme is due to central epidermal {{c1::necrosis}}, surrounded by erythema
Published	01/09/2024	{{c2::Erythema multiforme}} is a blistering skin disorder most commonly associated with {{c1::HSV}} infection
Published	01/09/2024	Which skin disorders presents with epidermal hyperplasia and darkening of the skin ("velvet-like" skin)?{{c1::Acanthosis nigricans}}
Published	01/09/2024	Acanthosis nigricans is typically associated with {{c1::insulin}} resistance or visceral malignancy (esp. gastric carcinoma)
Published	01/09/2024	Which skin disorder begins as a "Herald patch" followed days later by other scaly, erythematous plaques in a "Christmas tree" distribution on the trun…
Published	01/09/2024	Cyclosporine can be used to treat psoriasis and {{c1::rheumatoid}} arthritis
Published	01/09/2024	What is the recommended management of pityriasis rosea?{{c1::Reassurance}}
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Strep. pharyngitis::infection}} = guttate psoriasis (may appear weeks later)
Published	01/09/2024	Venous congestion and tissue ischemia can result in {{c1::venous stasis}} dermatitis
Published	01/09/2024	Chronic {{c1::venous insufficiency}} presents with edema, skin pigmentation and venous stasis dermatitis (skin peel…
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Erythema multiforme}}
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Erythrodermic}} psoriasis is most often triggered by rapid withdrawal of {{c2::immunosuppressive}} drugs
Published	01/09/2024	{{c1::Pustular psoriasis}} is a characterized by sterile pustules on the palms and soles, mixed with yellow-brown macules
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Pityriasis rosea}}img {max-height:100vh;}
Published	01/09/2024	Of psoriasis and lichen planus, which can be treated with oral steroids?{{c1::Lichen planus}}
Published	01/09/2024	Of psoriasis and lichen planus, which can be treated with topical vitamin D?{{c1::Psoriasis}}
Published	01/09/2024	Erythema multiforme major and minor are differentiated by the presence of {{c1::mucosal and systemic}} involvement
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Erythema multiforme}}
Published	01/09/2024	Papular target lesions with 2 zones of colors = {{c1::erythema multiforme::erythema multiforme vs SJS/TEN}}
Published	01/09/2024	Macular target lesions with 2 zones of colors = {{c1::SJS/TEN::erythema multiforme vs SJS/TEN}}
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Erythema multiforme}}
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Acute contact dermatitis::specific}}
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Chronic contact dermatitis::specific}}
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Stasis dermatitis}}img {max-height: 100vh;}
Published	01/09/2024	What is the likely diagnosis?{{c1::Stasis dermatitis}}img {max-height: 100vh;}
Published	01/09/2024	Stasis dermatitis presents with significant {{c1::pruritus}}, which leads to lichenification
Published	01/09/2024	Treatment of stasis dermatitis includes {{c1::compression}} for underlying venous insuffficiency, as well as {{c2::emollients and topical st…
Published	01/09/2024	The appearance of new skin lesions on areas of cutaneous injury = {{c1::Koebnerization}}
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