Erythema Multiforme (Herpes Associated Erythema Multiforme) Acute hypersensitivity reaction to infections or drugs. Predisposing factors Infection Herpes is the most common predisposing factor Mycoplasma Medications (least likely in EM minor) Allopurinol … [Read more...]
S2 E046 Derm integrity for the PANCE/PANRE
Dermal Integrity Burns Depth First degree burns – No blistering. Limited to the epidermis. Do not consider first degree burns when assessing total surface area of the burn. These do not affect outcome or factor into electrolyte management. Second degree burns – Blistering and penetrate … [Read more...]
S2 E045 Derm viruses
Condyloma acuminatum (Anogenital Warts) Warts found typically in the genital/anal area Human papillomavirus (HPV) types 6 and 11 Sexually transmitted Very contagious especially while warts are visible Risk Factors Sexual activity with multiple or high risk partners … [Read more...]
S2 E044 Childhood Exanthem
Exanthem Exanthem means widespread rash. This may be caused by drugs, autoimmune disease, bacterial or viral infection. The exanthems discussed in medicine include a group of viral infections seen in children. Six childhood exanthems were named and numbered in 1905 First disease … [Read more...]
S2 E043 Bacterial skin infections
Bacterial Skin Infections Cellulitis Bacterial infection of the skin deep dermis Most commonly caused by Staphylococcus and Streptococcus Clinical Presentation Warm Red Tender Fever/chills Labs and Studies Clinical diagnosis Culture not very … [Read more...]
