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What are common presentations of Atopic Dermatitis in adults and children?

Adults typically present with lesions on flexor surfaces, while children present on extensor surfaces, like the antecubital fossa.

What hypersensitivity reaction type is associated with eczema?

Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction.

What is the most common infectious agent associated with eczema?

Staphylococcus aureus.

What is the classic finding in chronic atopic dermatitis?

Lichenification.

What is a defining symptom of Contact Dermatitis?

Intense itching, often associated with the use of substances like nickel.

What type of lesions are characteristic of Poison Ivy contact dermatitis?

Grouped vesicles in a linear distribution.

What are classic findings of psoriasis?

Thick erythematous plaques with silver scales, commonly on extensor surfaces.

What are common triggers that worsen psoriasis?

Beta-blockers, NSAIDs, ACE inhibitors, oral steroids, and tetracyclines.

What is the treatment for Guttate psoriasis?

Topical Vitamin D analogs, retinoids, anthralin, or tar preparations.

What is the most common complication of psoriasis treatment?

Oral/IV steroids can worsen the condition.

What is the treatment for skin infections caused by dermatophytes like Tinea?

Topical antifungals (like Clotrimazole) for all tinea infections.

What characterizes Tinea Pedis?

Scaling from the toes to areas of the Achilles heel (athlete's foot).

What is the typical appearance of Onychomycosis?

Yellow, thick nails or very white distal edges.

What is a common presentation of Scabies?

An itchy rash between fingers, on the penis and scrotum.

What is the classic finding in Erythema Nodosum?

Round, tender lesions on the lower extremities associated with conditions like IBD.

What condition is characterized by red, itchy skin with satellite lesions seen under KOH prep?

Cutaneous candidiasis.

What is the preferred topical treatment for Seborrheic Dermatitis?

Selenium sulfide shampoo.

What are the main symptoms of Rosacea?

Redness of the cheeks/nose with papules/pustules, often triggered by spicy food or alcohol.

What is the initial treatment for acne vulgaris?

Topical retinoids or salicylic acid.

What major risk factor is associated with Actinic Keratosis?

Sun exposure.

What defines a Melanoma according to the ABCDE criteria?

Asymmetry, irregular Borders, Color variation, Diameter > 6mm, Evolution.

What is the first-line treatment for Post-Herpetic Neuralgia?

Gabapentin.

What is the classic histological finding in Pemphigus Vulgaris?

Intercellular deposition of IgG.

What skin finding is typical of Erythema Multiforme?

Bull's eye lesions.

What is the risk factor associated with Tinea Versicolor?

Malassezia furfur.

What is the first step in managing a patient with Steven-Johnson Syndrome?

Stop the offending drug.

What is the connection between Dermatitis Herpetiformis and celiac disease?

Dermatitis Herpetiformis is associated with gluten sensitivity.

What population is most affected by Hidradenitis Suppurativa?

Individuals with diabetes and those with apocrine sweat gland dysfunction.

What are the key features of Bullous Pemphigus?

Tense bullae with a negative Nikolsky sign.

What skin change occurs in patients with Malignant Melanoma?

Irregular borders and color variation in pigmented lesions.

What is an essential preventive strategy for skin cancer?

Wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen.