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derm - contact dermatitis
PA CLin Med
10
Health Care
Graduate
12/09/2009

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Term
primary/re-exposure sensitization to hypersensativity rxns:
Definition
begins 14-21 days after initial exposure then second exposure rxn will happen in 12-48hrs.
Term
describe physical findings for allergic contact dermatitis:
Definition
erythematous, linear, vesicular, pruritic rash
Term
how long does poison ivy rash last?
Definition
10days - 3weeks
Term
lab testing for recurrent contact dermatitis:
Definition
patch testing identifies specific allergens
Term
allergic contact dermatitis tx:
Definition
1. avoid offending agent
2. topical steroids
3. wet dressings
4. severe cases; systemic steroids
Term
who is at higher risk for contact dermatitis?
Definition
fair skin or atopic dermatitis
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clinical presentation of irritant contact dermatitis:
Definition
erythema, chapped skin, dryness, fissures, pruritis, BURNING
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differential Dx for irritant contact dermatitis:
Definition
1. fungal
2. allergic
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burning pain with little itch is more likely:
Definition
irritant dermatitis
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vesicles are associated with:
Definition
allergic not irritant
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