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What are these lesions? |
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Molluscom contagiosum
Very common.
Very hard to treat.
Best to observe.
Consider retin A
Aldara
Derm referral if severe |
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What is this lesion? |
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Definition
Molluscum contagiosum
Note the central umbilication... that is the hallmark of these lesions.
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Time to Call Child Protective Services? |
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Definition
| NO. These are mongolian spots... make sure you document them on your nursery and well child physical exams! |
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What is this, how would you treat it? |
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Definition
Impetigo
Caused by S. aureus or group A Strep
Localized infection can be treated with mupirocin (Bactroban) ointment
Severe/widespread cases will need po antibiotic therapy
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What is your diagnosis? |
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Definition
Eczema in an infant.
Infants tend to have more facial and central/truncal involvment with their eczema
Mainstay of treatment is moisturizing, mild detergents/soaps and itch control with Benadryl.
"the itch that rashes"
Topical steroids may be necessary for short periods to get control. Don't use stronger than 1% hydrocortisone on the face! |
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Term
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On the upper back of a teen... Chief Complaint=These area will not tan... back looks gross! |
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Definition
Tinea versicolor
Malassezia furfur
Spagetti and Meatballs on KOH on the boards
Treat with Selsun |
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Term
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What is this rash.. what is causing it? |
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Definition
Contact dermatitis from nickel in the belt buckle or jeans snap.
Try to get rid of direct contact
Treat with topical steroid... sometimes medium strength such as triamcinolone or fluticasone may be needed for 7-10 days |
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A mild cold for a couple days and then this! |
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Definition
Lace like rash on cheeks... also likes the backs of the arms... but can occur anywhere.
Sometimes called "the slapped cheek virus"
Caused by Parvovirus
Contagious only before the rash develops.
Supportive care.
Ask about 1st trimester pregnant caregivers |
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The trunk is covered with these oval lesions with a peripheral scale.. they are in lines on the back |
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Definition
Pityriasis rosea
Cause unknown
Goes away on its own in 6-8 weeks
No good treatment |
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