dermatology review
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dermatology review
DERMATOLOGY REVIEW Sheryl L. Geisler, MS, PA-C Associate Professor UMDNJ Physician Assistant Program UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Based on my mock practice exam results this week, when it comes to dermatology: 50% 1. I rock! 2. I do so-so 3 I stink 3. 30% k tin Is Id o Ir so -s o oc k! 20% UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course U.S. Navy public domain image Taken from Wikimedia Commons 1 Structures of the skin Public domain image at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Skin.jpg UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Dermatologic Terminology MORPHOLOGY describes the type of individual lesion (flat vs raised, scales, color, shape, consistency, etc) Primary lesions macule, patch, papule, plaque, nodule, vesicle, bulla, pustule Secondary lesions crusts, erosions, ulcers, fissures, scars, scale UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Actinic Keratosis (solar keratosis) Small, lightly pigmented Rough to touch Sun-exposed p areas Considered premalignant Tx – liquid nitrogen fluorouracil (Efudex) 2%,5% soln; 5% crm imiquimod 5% crm (Aldara) diclofenac sodiuim 3% gel (Solaraze) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 2 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org Skin Cancer Risk Factors Fair complexion Light hair/eyes Hx of blistering sunburn sunburn, especially as a child Increased sun exposure Family history UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Squamous Cell Carcinoma Arises primarily from prior actinic keratosis Varied appearance Can appear on any area of skin, but face and hands most common Course varies with grade of malignancy Cure rates usually high if treated early Bowen’s disease = SCC in situ UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 3 Squamous Cell Carcinoma Public domain image at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Squamous_Cell_Carcinoma.jpg Basal Cell Carcinoma Slowly enlarging nodule with central depression and pearly border; surface telangiectasias g >90% on head and neck; bleeding common Metastasis rare Tx: Surgical excision UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Basal Cell Carcinoma Public domain image at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Basal_cell_carcinoma.jpg 4 Basal Cell Carcinoma From Wikimedia Commons, author Watplay http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:BCC-mini.jpg ABCs of mole evaluation: melanoma recognition Asymmetry Border irregular Color mottled Diameter > 6 mm Elevation common, irregular UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Asymmetry Border Color Diameter Public domain image at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Melano ma_vs_normal_mole_ABCD_rule_NCI_Visuals_ Online.jpg; 5 Melanoma Flat or raised Recent change in appearance Varying – red, V i colors l d white, hit black, bl k and bluish Borders typically irregular Prognosis related to thickness UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Public domain image at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Melanoma4.jpg Skin Cancer Appearance Location Treatment Squamous Cell Variable, Sun eroded papule exposed or plaque Excision Basal Cell Pearly papule Head & w/erosion, upper telangiectasias chest Excision; superficial: 5-FU or Imiquimod Melanoma Mottled color, anywhere size >6.0 mm, irregular Excision Actinic Keratosis (precursor) Rough, dry, scale <1 cm Cryosurgery 5-FU Imiquimod Sun exposed areas 6 Seborrheic Keratoses Benign, age-related plaques Beige to brown to black 3-20 mm diameter Common No treatment needed Geisler personal file photo UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Dermatitis Atopic Contact Diaper Nummular eczematous Perioral Seborrheic Stasis UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Atopic Dermatitis Called “the itch that rashes” Pruritic, exudative, or lichenified eruption on face face, neck neck, upper trunk, wrists and hands Personal or family hx of allergic manifestations Tendency to recur UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 7 Atopic Dermatitis Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Atopic_dermatitis.png Management Therapeutic lifestyle issues Topical corticosteroids Tacrolimus ointment (Protopic 0 1% and 0.03% 0.1% 0 03% strengths) Pimecrolimus (Elidel 0.1%) Systemic steroids only for extensive, severe cases Oral antihistamines can aid pruritus UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Topicals: vehicle choice as important as active ingredient Ointments – most hydrating, use in chronic Creams – more drying, better for acute/subacute Gels – best for acute, weeping lesions Lotions – can be drying, good for moist intertrigenous areas or scalp Foams – newer vehicle, likely similar to lotions UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 8 Contact Dermatitis Irritant – result of chemical exposure Chronic vs acute Affected area clue; severity varies widely History of AD increases risk Detergents and industrial cleaners common UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Irritant Dermatitis Secondary to Chronic Kerosene Exposure Public domain image from Wikimedia Commons Available at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Hands_damaged_by_kerosene.jpg Hand Dermatitis Wikimedia Commons image Available at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Dermititis10.JPG 9 Contact Dermatitis Allergic contact dermatitis - develops after exposure to chemicals to which the individual has become sensitized Initially confined to area of contact, later can spread beyond Progression: erythema-papulesvesicles-erosions-crusts-scaling (acute) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Blistering poison ivy rash CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain: library:http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/4483.html Treatment Avoidance of irritants Topical steroids Burow’ss solution compresses Burow Oral antihistamines Emollients Severe – systemic steroids if >20% BSA UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 10 Diaper dermatitis Irritant dermatitis from prolonged exposure to urine/feces C. albicans infection common (satellite pustules) Clinical diagnosis typical Treatment – topical antifungals Nystatin (Rx- Mycostatin) Clotrimazole (OTC) Miconazole (OTC) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Nummular eczema Characterized by “coin-shaped” plaques of papules/vesicles on erythematous base Mild to severe pruritus M More common on lower l legs l off older ld men Treatment Hydration and systemic antihistamines Topical steroids Phototherapy if resistant UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org 11 Perioral dermatitis (aka “Muzzle Rash”) Mainly adult females, 20-45 years Often assoc. w/topical steroid use Tender,small red papules,vesicopustules Tingling & burning; itching rare Topical metronidazole, erythromycin, benzoyl peroxide, pimecrolimus Severe – oral tetracycline, doxycycline, minocycline, or erythromycin UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org Seborrheic Dermatitis Red, scaly, itchy rash (M>F) Nasal folds, eyebrows, eyelids, postauricular and scalp common Often seen with oily skin or hair Fungal involvement implicated Common; worse in cold weather UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 12 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp Treatment Frequent cleansing of area Shampoos with selenium sulfide, ketoconazole, zinc pyrithione Ketoconazole cream bid x 4 wks Topical steroids Refractory – isotretinoin (Accutane) Maintenance treatment required UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Stasis Dermatitis Vascular etiology; inflammatory papules and scaly, crusted erosions Lower legs & ankles Treatment geared to improving blood return (compression stockings, wraps) Weeping lesions – Burow’s compresses, petroleum jelly, topical hydrocortisone, antibiotic meds if infected UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 13 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Dyshidrosis Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org (pompholyx) Disorder of hands and/or feet Pruritus w/sudden onset of “tapioca-like” blisters; later scaling and fissures Chronic intermittent course; onset third decade Treatment Topical corticosteroids mainstay Burow’s wet dressings, drain large bullae Oral prednisone if severe UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Dyshidrotic eczema of the hands Public domain image available at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:DyshidroticDermatitisOnHandsLateStage.jpg 14 A 38 y.o. male presents w/slightly pruritic, erythematous, scaling areas between his eyebrows, eyelids and nasal folds. The most likely diagnosis is: 1. 2 2. 3. 4. atopic dermatitis contact dermatitis dyshidrotic dermatitis seborrheic dermatitis 89% 2% at iti s bo rr he ic de rm m at iti s de rm at i ti s de r co at op i nt ac t c UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 1% hi dr ot ic de rm at iti s 8% Which of the following would be an appropriate treatment for actinic keratosis? antihistamines emollients liquid nitrogen steroids 91% 4% er oi ds st en tro g ni ol li em tih is ta m in es UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 3% en ts 1% ui d 1. 2. 3. 4. Lichen Simplex Chronicus (Circumscribed Neurodermatitis) Intense itching causes reflexive, selfperpetuating scratch-itch cycle Circumscribed, lichenified lesions w/exaggerated skin lines Tx: cessation of itch-scratch cycle imperative Topical steroids (alternate intralesional triamcinolone) Occlusion to prevent further trauma Patient education UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 15 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Lichen Planus Lesions are plentiful, pruritic, purple, polygonal, papular and planar Wickham’s striae on surface Oral and nail manifestations Koebner’s phenomenon Treatment – often resistant Topical steroids w/occlusion Oral steroids in severe cases; recurrence common after taper Cyclosporine or PUVA if generalized & UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review resistant Course Copyright free image from Wikimedia Commons Available at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lichen_planus_lip.jpg 16 Lichen Planus Lesions are plentiful, pruritic, purple, polygonal, papular and planar Wickham’s striae on surface Oral and nail manifestations Koebner’s phenomenon Treatment – often resistant Topical steroids w/occlusion Oral steroids in severe cases; recurrence common after taper Cyclosporine or PUVA if generalized & UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review resistant Course Lichen Planus Wickham’s striae UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp Lichen Planus Lesions are plentiful, pruritic, purple, polygonal, papular and planar Wickham’s striae on surface Oral and nail manifestations Koebner’s phenomenon Treatment – often resistant Topical steroids w/occlusion Oral steroids in severe cases; recurrence common after taper Cyclosporine or PUVA if generalized & UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review resistant Course 17 Pityriasis Rosea Benign, transient Oval erythematous to fawn-colored discrete lesions Herald patch days-2 days 2 weeks prior Mainly chest/trunk along cleavage lines (Christmas tree pattern) Primarily young adults (F>M), increased in spring/fall Self-limiting; resolves w/in 6 weeks – symptomatic treatment only UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Pityriasis rosea with herald patch on the abdomen CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/4812.html Pityriasis Rosea Benign, transient Oval erythematous to fawn-colored discrete lesions Herald patch days-2 days 2 weeks prior Mainly chest/trunk along cleavage lines (Christmas tree pattern) Primarily young adults (F>M), increased in spring/fall Self-limiting; resolves w/in 6 weeks – symptomatic treatment only UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 18 Drug Eruptions Widely varying presentations Immune compromised increased risk Occurs days to weeks into treatment Penicillin and sulfa drugs most common Generally self-limited, occasionally severe Treatment Discontinue offending drug Supportive UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Fixed Drug Eruption UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp Drug Eruptions Widely varying presentations Immune compromised increased risk Occurs days to weeks into treatment Penicillin and sulfa drugs most common Generally self-limited, occasionally severe Treatment Discontinue offending drug Supportive UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 19 Desquamation Disorders Erythema multiforme (EM) Stevens-Johnson syndrome (SJS) Toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Erythema Multiforme B/L target lesions ≤ 2.0 cm. Related to H. simplex, but majority idiopathic p Mainly children, young adults (~ 50%) Commonly spares trunk Mucous membrane lesions possible Recurrences common Tx supportive UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Erythema Multiforme Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:EMminor09.JPG 20 SJS and TEN Fever, HA, cough, aches, EM-like rash Confluent, asymmetric areas of dusky erythema with truncal involvement SJS < 10% BSA vs. TEN > 30% BSA Drugs (antibiotics, anticonvulsants, NSAIDs) most commonly implicated Life-threatening, require specialized management UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (Erythema Multiforme Major) Secondary To Smallpox Vaccination CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp 6 month old with toxic epidermal necrolysis secondary to small pox vaccination UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp 21 Bullous pemphigoid Autoimmune disorder; mostly > 60 yrs Pruritic tense blisters on normal or erythematous skin, rupture & crust Constitutional symptoms rare Treatment – months to years Topical potent steroids if limited Oral corticosteroids if widespread Dapsone for oral lesions UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo courtesy of International Pemphigus & Pemphigoid Foundation Psoriasis Chronically recurring, papulosquamous disease; genetic predisposition Silvery scales on bright red, welldemarcated d t d plaques l + Auspitz’s sign, Koebner’s phenomenon Scalp, elbows, and knees most common Fine nail pitting seen Worse in winter UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 22 Courtesy of the National Psoriasis Foundation Courtesy of the National Psoriasis Foundation Treatment – localized disease Topical corticosteroids Calcipotrien (Dovonex) Tar p preparations p (various) ( ) Hydrocolloid occlusion (i.e.DuoDerm) Anthralin (Antra-Derm, Lasan, Drithrocreme, Miconal) Tazarotene (Tazorac) Avoidance of stress & ETOH UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 23 Generalized Disease Outpatient UVB light exposure PUVA (psoralen plus UVA) Methotrexate Oral retinoids – acitretin (Soriatane) & isotretinoin (Accutane) Cyclosporine, TNF blockers Avoid parenteral corticosteroids UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course What associated sign or symptom would you expect to find with these lesions? 1. 2. 3. 4. 50% Auspitz’s p sign g Herald patch Nail pitting Wickham’s striae 28% 17% am ’s st ria e itt in g ai lp pa tc h W ic kh N er al d H A us pi tz ’s si gn 6% Tinea corporis Dermatophyte infection Round, oval or semicircular scaly patches with slightly raised border Sh l marginated Sharply i t d Autoinoculation, contact w/animals Treatment - antifungals Topical: “azoles”, terbinafine Systemic: itraconazole, terbinafine UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 24 CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/2938.html Tinea Pedis Most common young, adult men Various types: interdigital, “moccasin” tinea, and inflammatory Asymptomatic scaling most common Hyphae on KOH exam Management Prevention – use shower shoes Dry, scaly – same as T. Corporis Macerated – Burow’s wet dressings (aluminum acetate) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Tinea Pedis CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp 25 Tinea Versicolor (Pityriasis Versicolor) Mainly adolescents & young adults, summer Nontanning pale macules w/fine scales or hyperpigmented macules Upper trunk, shoulders most frequent site Blunt hyphe and budding spores w/KOH Treatment (recurrence common) Topical selenium sulfide lotion/shampoo Topical or systemic ketoconazole UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Tinea Versicolor (Pityriasis Versicolor) Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Tinea.jpg Author Klaus D. Peter Folliculitis Multiple causes, obesity risk Infection Physical or chemical irritation Itching and burning in hairy areas Pustules in the hair follicles Pseudofolliculitis – beard area from ingrowing hairs Treatment varies depending on etiology (gram stain/culture needed) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 26 Folliculitis UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Image from Wikimedia Commons Available at:http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Folliculitis-1.jpg Cellulitis Infection of dermis, subcutaneous tissues Pain, erythema, edema, warmth; fever & lymphadenopathy possible GAS & S. aureus most common Treatment Mild - oral antibiotics Severe - hospitalization for I.V. antibiotics UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/staph/cellulitis2.html 27 Erysipelas Involves dermis and lymphatics, mostly in adult population Prodromal sxs, then fiery red rash Typically caused by Group A Strep Generally benign; can be fatal Diagnosis clinical; labs of little value Tx: IV antibiotics first 48 hrs (oral after) and supportive therapy UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Erysipelas UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course CDC Public Health Image Library Available at: http://phil.cdc.gov/phil/home.asp Erysipelas Involves dermis and lymphatics, mostly in adult population Prodromal sxs, then fiery red rash Typically caused by Group A Strep Generally benign; can be fatal Diagnosis clinical; labs of little value Tx: IV antibiotics first 48 hrs (oral after) and supportive therapy UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 28 Impetigo S. aureus & S. pyogenes likely; more common in children Multiple presentations p g transient small Nonbullous impetigo: vesicle/pustule, honey-colored crusts Bullous impetigo: superficial, fragile bullae on normal skin Treatment Mupirocin (Bactroban), bacitracin for small area Oral antibiotics for larger area and bullous UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Lower extremity impetigo CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/ cdc/staph/impetigo1.html Impetigo S. aureus & S. pyogenes likely; more common in children Multiple presentations Nonbullous impetigo: p g transient small vesicle/pustule, honey-colored crusts Bullous impetigo: superficial, fragile bullae on normal skin Treatment Mupirocin (Bactroban), bacitracin for small area Oral antibiotics for larger area and bullous UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 29 Viral - Verrucae (warts) Caused by HPV Most frequent presentations: Common warts Plantar warts Flat warts Treatment OTC salicylic acid Cryotherapy CO2 Laser surgery Surgical excision UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Verruca Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Verruca.jpg Author: Klaus D. Peter Viral-Condylomata acuminata Soft lesions in genital area (HPV types 6 & 11 most common) Depending on location can be painful, friable and/or pruritic Highly infectious, but partner screening not recommended Goal of treatment removal of symptomatic warts, cannot eradicate infection Podofilox (Condylox), imiquimod UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review (Aldara), cryotherapy Course 30 CDC. STD Curriculum – HPV. Available at: http://www2a.cdc.gov/stdtraining/ready-to-use/hpv.asp Viral-Condylomata acuminata Soft lesions in genital area (HPV types 6 & 11 most common) Depending on location can be painful, friable and/or pruritic Highly infectious, but partner screening not recommended Goal of treatment removal of symptomatic warts, cannot eradicate infection Podofilox (Condylox), imiquimod UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review (Aldara), cryotherapy Course Viral - Herpes Simplex HSV 1 vs HSV 2 Herpes simplex labialis (cold sores) Genital herpes-STD Prodrome then painful, vesicular lesions on erythematous base Multinucleated giant cells on Tzanck Treatment: consider prophylaxis if frequent acyclovir, famciclovir, valacyclovir patient education issues UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 31 Herpes simplex lesion of the lower lip on the 2nd day after onset CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/5434.html Viral-Herpes Zoster (Shingles) Groups of vesicles in a unilateral dermatomal pattern New crops of vesicles appear for 3-5 days Vesicles rupture and crust over. Average of 3 weeks k tto clear l Tzanck prep + for multinucleated giant cells Post-herpetic pain can persist for months or even years (especially elderly) Treatment- acyclovir, valacyclovir, famciclovir; supportive, oral steroids in immunocompetent help reduce acute pain UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Herpes Zoster Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Herpes_zoster_back.png Author: Fisle 32 Viral-Molluscum contagiosum DNA pox virus, transmit via direct contact Pearly, dome-shaped papules with central umbilication Generally self limited Children – face, trunk & extremities Adults – lower abdomen, inner thighs, genitalia Treatment (will resolve spontaneously) Curettage or cryosurgery best tx UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Molluscum Contagiosum Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/molluscum/clinical_overview.htm Which of the following disorders is often triggered by H. simplex infection? 79% 10% 5% l.. . ... in ea ve cz e rs ic o m nu s r e ul a en p la N um m Er UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Li ch yt he m a m ul ti. .. 7% T 1. Erythema multiforme 2. Lichen planus 3. Nummular eczema 4. Tinea versicolor 33 A 20 y.o. male c/o of numerous round to oval, hypopigmented, lightly scaling macules across his upper trunk and shoulders. Microscopic examination of scrapings will likely reveal: 1. clue cells 2. diplococci 3 multinucleated giant 3. 94% cells 4. “spaghetti & meatballs” ... m & t ti co cc i pl o cl ea te d. ce lls e lu 4% .. 2% 1% Acne Vulgaris Common adolescents and young adults Primaryy comedones,, papules, p p , pustules, cysts Secondary pits and scars if severe Face, neck & chest most affected Improves in summer UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Acne Vulgaris Public domain image at; Wikhttp://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Teenager-with-acne.jpg 34 Treatment Options Mild – Topical (comedonal) Retinoids (tretinoin) Benzoyl peroxide Clindamycin, erythromycin Moderate inflammatory Topical antibx + benzoyl peroxide + oral tetracycline, minocycline or doxycycline Severe inflammatory Severe – systemic isotretinoin (Accutane), intralesional injection UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Rosacea Typically seen in middle-aged patients Papules, papulopustules, erythema, telangiectasias on nose,cheeks, chin, forehead Exacerbated by vasodilating triggers Treatment Avoidance of flushing triggers; sunscreen Oral tetracycline, minocycline, doxycycline Topical metronidazole, azelaic acid Severe, resistant - isotretinoin UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Rosacea Image compliments of Robert Paull, MD UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 35 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Image compliments of Robert Paull, MD Vitiligo Benign Autoimmune etiology (?) Face,, hands,, arms,, legs, g , genital g areas Hypopigmented, nonscaling patches Pigment rarely returns unaided Treatment depends on extent and degree of disfiguration UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Vitiligo Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Vitiligo2.JPG 36 Acanthosis nigricans Benign vs internal malignancy Associated w/obesity, insulin-resistance, some meds; definitive cause unknown Symmetrical, hyperpigmented, velvety plaques in any location (axillae, groin, posterior neck common) Management Screen for internal malignancy, DM, insulin resistance Weight loss Review Cosmetic treatment: keratolytics UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Course Acanthosis Nigricans UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org Burns ABC’s Rule of 9’s; transfer criteria First-degree: redness w/o change in texture and intact sensation (superficial) Second-degree: blister formation and pink to mildly pale tissue w/intact sensation (partial thickness) Third-degree: area is white, leathery, w/o sensation (full thickness) UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 37 Hidradenitis suppurativa Chronic disease affecting apocrine gland follicles Postpubertal females most common Tender, inflammatoryy nodules, abscess formation, scarring, and sinus tracts Treatment Reduce friction & moisture Oral antibiotics for acute exacerbations; I&D abscesses Intralesional steroids for nodules UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org Urticaria Acute vs chronic More common children & young adults Pruritic pink or red wheals of varying size with surrounding erythema (F>M) Allergic vs nonallergic: thorough history important Treatment Antihistamines mainstay of tx Short course of steroids if needed Avoidance of identified triggers UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 38 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Image compliments of Robert Paull, MD Melasma Hypermelanosis of sun-exposed areas Mainly reproductive-age females Hormones, meds, thyroid, cosmetics implicated Difficult to treat - sun avoidance key Hydroquinone cream (depigmenting agent) Tretinoin Azelaic acid Slow to resolve UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Photo used with permission of the New Zealand Dermatological Society Incorporated. Published online at: http://www.dermnetnz.org 39 Lipomas Benign tumor of mature fat cells Discrete, rubbery, mobile subcutaneous nodule, 2-10 cm. Can be lobulated Slow growing, nonpainful Removal via excision or liposuction Fine-needle aspiration will R/O liposarcoma UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Epidermal Inclusion Cyst From implantation of epidermal elements in dermis Slow growing firm, round, mobile mass May express foul-smelling cheeselike material th central thru t l punctum t Can become inflamed, infected Rare malignancies develop (fast growth/bleeding) Require no treatment Intralesional triamcinolone if inflamed I&D, oral antibiotics if infected Excision most definitive UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Image compliments of Robert Paull, MD 40 Which of the following topical treatments is recommended in the management of rosacea? benzoyl peroxide clindamycin erythromycin metronidazole 75% id az ol e ro m yc in 8% et ro n cl in d am yc in 6% m be nz oy lp er ox id e 12% er yt h 1. 2. 3 3. 4. Decubitus ulcers Ischemia resulting from immobility-related pressure; wetness, poor nutrition increase risk National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel Stage I – intact skin w/impending ulceration Stage St II – partial-thickness ti l thi k loss l involving i l i epidermis, possibly dermis Stage III – full-thickness loss w/extension into subcutaneous tissue Stage IV - full-thickness loss w/extension into muscle, bone, tendon, or joint capsule Treatment depends on severity Four stages of pressure sores Image from Wikimedia Commons at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Schema_stades_escarres.svg 41 Pediculosis (lice) Three clinical entities: hair, body, genital Oval 1 to 2-mm nits (eggs) seen on hairs Pruritus with excoriation S Spread d by b contact t t Treatment – all intimate contacts Body – topical permethrin Pubic – permethrin cream rinse 1% Head – permethrin cream rinse 1% All - clean/dispose of infested clothing, linen UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Eggs (nits) of head and body lice CDC image. http://www.dpd.cdc.gov/dpdx/HTML/ImageLibrary/HeadLice_il.htm Scabies Generalized severe itching Pruritic vesicles & pustules in “runs” Mites & ova visible microscopically Spread S d by b physical h i l contact t t KOH prep helpful in diagnosis Treatment Clean clothing & bedding; tx contacts Permethrin 5% cream – resistance rare; use 2X one week apart UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 42 Sarcoptes scabiei mites in a skin scraping, stained with lactophenol cotton-blue. CDC image. http://www.dpd.cdc.gov/dpdx/HTML/Scabies.htm Sarcoptes scabei infestation CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/ cdc/6538.html Spider Bites Black widow – generalized muscle pain, spasms, and rigidity Parenteral narcotics, muscle relaxants Calcium g gluconate 10% I.V. Brown recluse – progressive local necrosis possible, fever,chills,N/V Excision of bite site Oral corticosteroids (?) Dapsone (?) Colchicine (?) CDC image from the Hardin MD public domain library: http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/hardin/md/cdc/1125.html 43 Alopecia Areata Rapid nonscarring hair loss, usually in round patches Benign, cause unknown Exclamation point hairs pathognomonic Treatment Intralesional triamcinolone acetonide Topical and systemic steroids of questionable value PUVA photo therapy Minoxidil UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Alopecia Areata Public domain image from: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Allopecia_areata.JPG Androgenetic alopecia Common, affects both men and women Typical patterns of hair loss Males- receding hairline at temples and h i loss hair l att vertex t Females - loss of hair over central scalp; no frontal loss Only 2 FDA approved treatments Minoxidil (Rogaine) topical Finasteride (Propecia) – men only UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 44 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Courtesy of HEAL database. Available at: http://www.healcentral.org/healapp/showMetadata?metadataId=649 UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Onychomycosis Dystrophic nail growth from fungal infection Risk factors: age, family hx, warm climate, occlusive footwear, poor health Microscopy and culture helpful Treatment Topical generally ineffective Newer oral antifungals - terbinafine, itraconazole Regrowth slow UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 45 Onychomycosis Public domain image available at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Onychomycosis_due_to_Trychophyton_rubrum,_right_and _left_great_toe_PHIL_579_lores.jpg Paronychia Breakdown of protective barrier between nail & nail fold Acute History of trauma (S. (S Aureus #1 organism) Erythema, pain, swelling I&D if abscessed; oral antibiotics & warm soaks Chronic Worsens w/water exposure (Candida #1) Intermittent X weeks Review Keep dry, topical antifungals UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Course Acute Paronychia Public domain image available at: http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Paronychia.jpg 46 Dermatologic Manifestations of Systemic Disease Viral exanthems Infectious diseases Sexually transmitted diseases Nutritional disorders Cutaneous markers of internal malignacy UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Reference Sources American Academy of Dermatology: http://www.aad.org Arend WP, Armitage JO, Clemmons DR, Drazen gg RC,, LaRusso N.,, eds. Cecil Texbook of JM,, Griggs Medicine, 22nd ed. Saunders;Philadelphia:2008. McPhee SJ, Papadakis MA, Rabow MW, eds. Current Medical Diagnosis & Treatment 2011. McGraw-Hill;New York:2011. Wolff K, Johnson RA. Fitzpatrick’s Color Atlas & Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology 6th ed. McGrawHill. New York:2009. UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course Best of Luck!!! Sheryl L. Geisler, MS, PA-C Associate Professor UMDNJ Physician Assistant Program UMDNJ PANCE/PANRE Review Course 47