DM3- dermatology

describe the basic  structures of the skin 

• stratum corneum- the outermost layer of the skin 

• epidermis 

• dermis- contains nerves ect 

• subcutaneous layer- pressure sensors ect 

what is eczema and dermitisis + bacteria thats involved 

its a skin condition characterised by dry, itchy, flaky and inflammed skin 
theres typically damage to the lipid component in the stratum corneum 
over theres damage to the epidermal barrier which causes water loss and damage and irritation.
staph aureus 

what are the points to mention when doing history taking for dermatitis/ eczema

for paitents with symptoms that look like eczema when would we need to refer them to a specialist 

what is the treatment for people with eczema 

what are the two types of corticosteroids ( mild and moderate ) + who/when should they be used 

what are some general advice that can be given to

what is acne and what does it cause

• its an inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous follicles 

• it causes comedones,pustules and papules on the face chest and upper back 

what are some history taking  points for someone with acne 

when would you a patient with acne symptoms

what are the OTC treatments for patients with acne 

the main objectives with treatment is to:
clear the skin, prevent new spots from forming and prevent scarring 

• benzoyl peroxide- has antibacterial effects suitable for treating inflammatory and non inflammatory acne and avaiable as a gel to be used once or twice daily on area affected 

• freederm gel- gel with anti inflammatory gel to be used twice daily sparing after skin cleanising but can cuase skin irritation redness and drying if affected reduce its use 

what is some general advice to give to patients with acne

what are the two most common fungal infections that effect the skin 

• ring worm- tinea corporis 

• athletes foot- tinea pedis ( be mindful of diabetics)

• jock itch- tinea cruris 

• tinea capitits- ringworm of the scalp 

what is the managment for fungal infections of the skin 

what’s the general advice given to patients with fungal skin infections 

when is referral needed for fungal nail infections

whats the treatment for patients with fungal nail infections 

what is advice that should be given to patients with fungal nail infections 

what are wart and verruca’s 

• they are benign growths on the skin caused by the human papilloma virus 

• warts  occur on the hands and knees 

• verruca’s are found on the soles of the feet 

when would you refer a patient with warts or verrucas 

whats the treatment for patients with warts and verruca

whats the general advice give to patients with warts and verrucas

what are cold sores

what is cellulitis+ risk factors + treatment

what is DVT + signs and symptoms