Monthly Archives: March 2009
Impetigo – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
What is this condition? Impetigo is a contagious, superficial skin infection marked by patches of tiny blisters that erupt, exposing the skin beneath. It can occur almost anywhere but usually appears in the area around the nose and mouth. This … Continue reading
Clinical Presentation of Erythema Nodosum
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: anterior lower legs One or several palm-sized plaques Lesional pain and tenderness Clinical Presentation Erythema nodosum is characterized by the presence of large ( 1- to 10-cm) nonscaling, red, painful lesions on the anterior surface of the … Continue reading
Cytotoxic Agents for the Treatment of skin Diseases
Topically applied cytotoxic agents can be effective in the treatment of some premalignant and malignant skin diseases. Actinic keratoses on the face and scalp respond rather well to topically applied fluorouracil (Efudex and Fluoroplex). Applications of fluorouracil in a 1 … Continue reading
Medical View of Pyogenic Granulomas
Diagnostic Hallmarks Distribution: face, hands, feet, and shoulders Rapid growth Occurrence in children, teenagers, and pregnant women Clinical Presentation Pyogenic granulomas are smooth-surfaced, red papules 5 to 15 mm in diameter. Most. lesions are dome shaped, but some are pedunculated. … Continue reading