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Flashcards in Dermatology Deck (8)
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1
Q

What is a skin disease featuring lumps in armpits or groin that can become painful?

A

Hidradenitis suppurativa

2
Q

What is a superficial bacterial skin infection involving local lymphatics. It features a tender intensely erythematous indurated plaque with sharply demarcated borders. It itches and is painful.
Where is it classically found?

A

Erysipelas.

Face and legs–Raised and heaped up edge and indurated.

3
Q

What is this rash that has an abrupt onset painful macular well-defined margins typically on the face?

A

Erysipelas caused by streptococcus. It will desquamate in 5-10 days.

4
Q

What does this describe: well demarcated circular bald patch with exclamation point hairs?

A

Alopecia areata

Treat with topical steroids.

5
Q

What causes warts?

A

HPV

6
Q

What is the skin rash associated with Lyme’s Disease?

A

Erythema migrans

7
Q

What is the MCC of erythema multiforme?

A

HSV

8
Q

What is this condition called: dark velvety patches in body folds and creases.
What disorders is this associated with?

A

Acanthosis nigricans.

Obesity, DM, GI cancer, Cushings