Monthly Archives: February 2008
Parapsoriasis and Mycosis Fungoides Treatments
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution – trunk, buttocks, and thighs Stability of plaque shape and size Parapsoriasis is not, of itself, a very important disease. It is uncommonly encountered, is not contagious, and probably is not be cured, Its importance lies in … Continue reading
What are the Symptoms of Bacterial Folliculitis?
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: the groin and exposed areas of the arms and legs Bacterial culture Response to therapy Clinical Presentation The small I-2-mm pustules of bacterial folliculitis are yellow-white in color and are surrounded by a narrow ring of erythema. … Continue reading
Matter about Erythema Multiforme
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: trunk, but palm and sole involvement IS characteristic when present Target lesions Papules and plaques are similar but less transient than those in urticaria Clinical Presentation Erythema multiforme is characterized by the presence of flat-topped, sharply marginated … Continue reading
Clinical Presentation of Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: areas of solvent exposure or maceration (weak irritant), areas conforming to patient history of specific contact (strong irritant) Discontinuation of exposure leads to improvement Presentation The relatively common problem of irritant contact dermatitis occurs because of environmental … Continue reading