Anatomy of skin, Lichen planus, Dermatitis, Koebner phenomenon, collagen defects and elastin defects have been mentioned in details with various images to help u in understanding it well.
Anatomy of skin, Lichen planus, Dermatitis, Koebner phenomenon, collagen defects and elastin defects have been mentioned in details with various images to help u in understanding it well.
This presentation contains the Definition of Eczema, Histology ,Classification ,Clinical manifestation, Differential Diagnosis, Complication, Investigation ,Treatment. it covers briefly the topic related with eczema so the reader will be able to study all aspects related with eczema
Erythroderma is defined as the scaling erythematous dermatitis involving 90% or more of the cutaneous surface.
Also known as exfoliative dermatitis
Idiopathic exfoliative dermatitis – also known as the “red man syndrome”, is characterized by marked palmoplantar keratoderma, dermatopathic lymphadenopathy,increased IgE.
Increased skin perfusion leads to
Temperature dysregulation >
Resulting in skin loss and hypothermia >
High output state >
Cardiac failure
BMR raises to compensate for heat loss
Increased dehydration due to transpiration (similar to burns)
All lead to negative nitrogen balance and characterized by edema, hypoalbuminemia, loss of muscle mass.
This is a seminar conducted by 4th year medical student under supervision of a lecturer. Sorry for not attaching the references.
Information were from few textbooks, google and also from previous dermatology posting group's seminar.
Rosacea is a chronic (long-term) disease
that affects the skin and sometimes the eyes. The disorder is characterized by
redness, pimples, and, in advanced stages, thickened skin. Rosacea usually
affects the face. Skin on other parts of the upper body is only rarely
involved.
The skin is not only the largest organ of the body, but it also forms a living biological barrier with several functions.
Pyodermas are any pyogenic skin disease (has pus). Skin infections can be caused by bacteria (often Staphylococcal or Streptococcal) either invading normal skin, or affecting a compromised skin barrier
Some bacterial skin infections resolve without serious morbidity. However, skin infections can be severe and result in sepsis or death, particularly in vulnerable patient groups.
This presentation contains the Definition of Eczema, Histology ,Classification ,Clinical manifestation, Differential Diagnosis, Complication, Investigation ,Treatment. it covers briefly the topic related with eczema so the reader will be able to study all aspects related with eczema
Erythroderma is defined as the scaling erythematous dermatitis involving 90% or more of the cutaneous surface.
Also known as exfoliative dermatitis
Idiopathic exfoliative dermatitis – also known as the “red man syndrome”, is characterized by marked palmoplantar keratoderma, dermatopathic lymphadenopathy,increased IgE.
Increased skin perfusion leads to
Temperature dysregulation >
Resulting in skin loss and hypothermia >
High output state >
Cardiac failure
BMR raises to compensate for heat loss
Increased dehydration due to transpiration (similar to burns)
All lead to negative nitrogen balance and characterized by edema, hypoalbuminemia, loss of muscle mass.
This is a seminar conducted by 4th year medical student under supervision of a lecturer. Sorry for not attaching the references.
Information were from few textbooks, google and also from previous dermatology posting group's seminar.
Rosacea is a chronic (long-term) disease
that affects the skin and sometimes the eyes. The disorder is characterized by
redness, pimples, and, in advanced stages, thickened skin. Rosacea usually
affects the face. Skin on other parts of the upper body is only rarely
involved.
The skin is not only the largest organ of the body, but it also forms a living biological barrier with several functions.
Pyodermas are any pyogenic skin disease (has pus). Skin infections can be caused by bacteria (often Staphylococcal or Streptococcal) either invading normal skin, or affecting a compromised skin barrier
Some bacterial skin infections resolve without serious morbidity. However, skin infections can be severe and result in sepsis or death, particularly in vulnerable patient groups.
The contents :
Skin over view
Types of skin lesions
Hypersensitivity reactions and the skin
Eczema over view
Approach to a Skin Rash
Atopic dermatitis
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Children's skin problems span nearly two decades from birth through adolescence. Several common pediatric skin conditions will be discussed including: diaper dermatitis, atopic dermatitis, warts, and acne.
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The prostate is an exocrine gland of the male mammalian reproductive system
It is a walnut-sized gland that forms part of the male reproductive system and is located in front of the rectum and just below the urinary bladder
Function is to store and secrete a clear, slightly alkaline fluid that constitutes 10-30% of the volume of the seminal fluid that along with the spermatozoa, constitutes semen
A healthy human prostate measures (4cm-vertical, by 3cm-horizontal, 2cm ant-post ).
It surrounds the urethra just below the urinary bladder. It has anterior, median, posterior and two lateral lobes
It’s work is regulated by androgens which are responsible for male sex characteristics
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Title: Sense of Smell
Presenter: Dr. Faiza, Assistant Professor of Physiology
Qualifications:
MBBS (Best Graduate, AIMC Lahore)
FCPS Physiology
ICMT, CHPE, DHPE (STMU)
MPH (GC University, Faisalabad)
MBA (Virtual University of Pakistan)
Learning Objectives:
Describe the primary categories of smells and the concept of odor blindness.
Explain the structure and location of the olfactory membrane and mucosa, including the types and roles of cells involved in olfaction.
Describe the pathway and mechanisms of olfactory signal transmission from the olfactory receptors to the brain.
Illustrate the biochemical cascade triggered by odorant binding to olfactory receptors, including the role of G-proteins and second messengers in generating an action potential.
Identify different types of olfactory disorders such as anosmia, hyposmia, hyperosmia, and dysosmia, including their potential causes.
Key Topics:
Olfactory Genes:
3% of the human genome accounts for olfactory genes.
400 genes for odorant receptors.
Olfactory Membrane:
Located in the superior part of the nasal cavity.
Medially: Folds downward along the superior septum.
Laterally: Folds over the superior turbinate and upper surface of the middle turbinate.
Total surface area: 5-10 square centimeters.
Olfactory Mucosa:
Olfactory Cells: Bipolar nerve cells derived from the CNS (100 million), with 4-25 olfactory cilia per cell.
Sustentacular Cells: Produce mucus and maintain ionic and molecular environment.
Basal Cells: Replace worn-out olfactory cells with an average lifespan of 1-2 months.
Bowman’s Gland: Secretes mucus.
Stimulation of Olfactory Cells:
Odorant dissolves in mucus and attaches to receptors on olfactory cilia.
Involves a cascade effect through G-proteins and second messengers, leading to depolarization and action potential generation in the olfactory nerve.
Quality of a Good Odorant:
Small (3-20 Carbon atoms), volatile, water-soluble, and lipid-soluble.
Facilitated by odorant-binding proteins in mucus.
Membrane Potential and Action Potential:
Resting membrane potential: -55mV.
Action potential frequency in the olfactory nerve increases with odorant strength.
Adaptation Towards the Sense of Smell:
Rapid adaptation within the first second, with further slow adaptation.
Psychological adaptation greater than receptor adaptation, involving feedback inhibition from the central nervous system.
Primary Sensations of Smell:
Camphoraceous, Musky, Floral, Pepperminty, Ethereal, Pungent, Putrid.
Odor Detection Threshold:
Examples: Hydrogen sulfide (0.0005 ppm), Methyl-mercaptan (0.002 ppm).
Some toxic substances are odorless at lethal concentrations.
Characteristics of Smell:
Odor blindness for single substances due to lack of appropriate receptor protein.
Behavioral and emotional influences of smell.
Transmission of Olfactory Signals:
From olfactory cells to glomeruli in the olfactory bulb, involving lateral inhibition.
Primitive, less old, and new olfactory systems with different path
These simplified slides by Dr. Sidra Arshad present an overview of the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract.
Learning objectives:
1. Enlist the non-respiratory functions of the respiratory tract
2. Briefly explain how these functions are carried out
3. Discuss the significance of dead space
4. Differentiate between minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation
5. Describe the cough and sneeze reflexes
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 39, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 34, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 17, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
4. Non-respiratory functions of the lungs https://academic.oup.com/bjaed/article/13/3/98/278874
- Video recording of this lecture in English language: https://youtu.be/lK81BzxMqdo
- Video recording of this lecture in Arabic language: https://youtu.be/Ve4P0COk9OI
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June 20, 2024, Prix Galien International and Jerusalem Ethics Forum in ROME. Detailed agenda including panels:
- ADVANCES IN CARDIOLOGY: A NEW PARADIGM IS COMING
- WOMEN’S HEALTH: FERTILITY PRESERVATION
- WHAT’S NEW IN THE TREATMENT OF INFECTIOUS,
ONCOLOGICAL AND INFLAMMATORY SKIN DISEASES?
- ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND ETHICS
- GENE THERAPY
- BEYOND BORDERS: GLOBAL INITIATIVES FOR DEMOCRATIZING LIFE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIES AND PROMOTING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE
- ETHICAL CHALLENGES IN LIFE SCIENCES
- Prix Galien International Awards Ceremony
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As flu season approaches, health officials in Bangalore, Karnataka, are urging residents to get their flu vaccinations. The seasonal flu, while common, can lead to severe health complications, particularly for vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with underlying health conditions.
Dr. Vidisha Kumari, a leading epidemiologist in Bangalore, emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated. "The flu vaccine is our best defense against the influenza virus. It not only protects individuals but also helps prevent the spread of the virus in our communities," he says.
This year, the flu season is expected to coincide with a potential increase in other respiratory illnesses. The Karnataka Health Department has launched an awareness campaign highlighting the significance of flu vaccinations. They have set up multiple vaccination centers across Bangalore, making it convenient for residents to receive their shots.
To encourage widespread vaccination, the government is also collaborating with local schools, workplaces, and community centers to facilitate vaccination drives. Special attention is being given to ensuring that the vaccine is accessible to all, including marginalized communities who may have limited access to healthcare.
Residents are reminded that the flu vaccine is safe and effective. Common side effects are mild and may include soreness at the injection site, mild fever, or muscle aches. These side effects are generally short-lived and far less severe than the flu itself.
Healthcare providers are also stressing the importance of continuing COVID-19 precautions. Wearing masks, practicing good hand hygiene, and maintaining social distancing are still crucial, especially in crowded places.
Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting vaccinated. Together, we can help keep Bangalore healthy and safe this flu season. For more information on vaccination centers and schedules, residents can visit the Karnataka Health Department’s official website or follow their social media pages.
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Lung Cancer: Artificial Intelligence, Synergetics, Complex System Analysis, S...Oleg Kshivets
RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
2. Introduction to skin diseases
Objectives
• Review of the normal structure and physiology
of the skin
• Hx taking and PE in a patient with
dermatologic problem
• Description of skin lesions
4. skin
• The skin is the heaviest single organ of the body,
accounting for about 16% of total body weight
• It is composed of the epidermis, which is the
outermost layer of the skin& has no blood vessels,
• and the dermis, a layer of connective tissue, which
contains blood vessels, nerves and sensory
receptors.
• Beneath the dermis lies the hypodermis , or
subcutaneous tissue, a loose connective tissue that
may contain a pad of adipose cells
6. Approach to Dermatologic Dx
Introduction:
• Approximately 7 percent of all adult outpatients have a
primary skin complaint
• and 60 percent of outpatient visits for skin disease are
made to non dermatologists
• Patients with common, chronic medical conditions,
such as obesity and diabetes, have increased numbers
of skin conditions
.
7. Approach cont’d
• The initial approach to the patient presenting
with a skin problem requires a detailed history
of the current skin complaint and a complete
skin examination .
• In many cases the patient’s general medical
history may be relevant to the diagnosis of
skin disorders.
8. Approach cont’d
HISTORY —
The most important initial questions to ask patients with a
skin problem include the following:
• How long has the rash/lesion been present?
• How did it look when it first appeared, and how is it now
different?
• Where did it first appear, and where is it now?
• What treatments have been used, and what was the
response, this time and previously?
9. Appoach cont’d
• What associated symptoms, such as itching or pain, are associated
with the lesion?
• Are any other family members affected or have a similar history?
• Has the patient ever had this rash before? If so, what treatment was
used/response?
• What does the patient think caused the rash?
• Is anything new or different, ie, medications, personal care
products, occupational or recreational exposures?
10. Approach cont’d
Additional questions that may be helpful include:
• Does the patient have any chronic medical conditions?
• What medications does the patient take currently, what have they recently
taken, including over-the-counter and herbal therapies?
• Has there been any increase in stress in their life?
• What is the social history, including occupation, hobbies, travel?
• Does the patient have any underlying allergies?
• Will the patient's education, or financial status influence treatment
considerations, such as compliance?
11. Approach cont’d
PHYSICAL EXAMINATION —
• On physical examination, it is important to
include characteristics such as distribution
• lesion morphology (wheals, macules, papules),
and
• secondary characteristics of lesions (thick, silvery
scale, thickening, or lichenification).
12. Approach cont’d
The physical examination of skin complaints should
include the following:
• Type of lesion
• Shape of individual lesions
• Arrangement of multiple lesions (eg, scattered,
grouped, linear, etc.)
• Distribution of lesions
• Color
• Consistency and feel
13. Approach cont’d
Primary lesions -
Primary lesions are either the first visible lesion or involve the
initial skin changes. The terms used to describe primary
skin lesions include the following:
• Macules are nonpalpable lesions that vary in pigmentation
from the surrounding skin , There are no elevations or
depressions.
• Papules are palpable, discrete lesions measuring ≤5 mm
diameter .,They may be isolated or grouped.
• Plaques are large (>5 mm) superficial flat lesions, often
formed by a confluence of papules .
14. Approach cont’d
• Nodules are palpable, discrete lesions
measuring ≥6 mm diameter . They may be
isolated or grouped. Tumors are large nodules.
• Cysts are enclosed cavities with a lining that
can contain a liquid or semisolid material.
• Telangiectasia is a dilated superficial blood
vessel
15. Approach cont’d
• Pustules are small, circumscribed skin papules
containing purulent material
• Vesicles are small (<5 mm diameter), circumscribed
skin papules containing serous material (). Bullae are
large (≥6 mm) vesicles.
• Wheals are irregularly elevated edematous skin areas
that are often erythematous),The borders of a wheal
are sharp but not stable; they may move to adjacent
uninvolved areas over periods of hours.
16. Approach cont’d
Secondary lesions —
Secondary lesions of the skin represent evolved changes
from the skin disorder, due to secondary manipulation
or as a result of infection. Examples include:
• Excoriation describes superficial, often linear, skin
erosion caused by scratching
• Lichenification is increased skin markings and
thickening with induration secondary to chronic
inflammation caused by scratching or other irritation
17. Approach cont’d
• Edema is swelling due to accumulation of
water in tissue
• Scale describes superficial epidermal cells that
are dead and cast off from the skin .
• Crust is dried exudate, a "scab" .
18. Approach cont’d
• Atrophy is decreased skin thickness due to
skin thinning
• Scar is abnormal fibrous tissue that replaces
normal tissue after skin injury
• Hypopigmentation is decreased skin pigment;
hyperpigmentation is increased skin pigment;
and depigmentation is total loss of skin
pigment.
27. Bacterial infections of the skin
Impetigo
Folliculitis, Furuncle, Carbuncle
Cellulitis and Erysipelas
Leprosy(assignment)
28. Impetigo
• Impetigo is a contagious superficial infection of
the skin.
• It is caused by Streptococci or Staphylococci or by
both organisms.
• Infection is acquired either from external sources
by direct contact or through objects or from
internal infection, e.g.nasopharyngeal sources
30. Impetigo cont’d
Non bullous Impetigo:
• Accounts for about 7o% of impetigo
• Occurs in children of all ages and adults
• usually spreads from nose to normal skin
• lesions are thick, adherent and recurrent dirty
yellow crusts(honey colored) with an
erythematous margin.
33. Impetigo cont’d
Bullous Impetigo:
• Occurs more commonly in the newborn and in older infants
• characterised by superficially thin walled bullous lesions
that rupture and develop thin, transparent, varnish like
crust.
• Bullae usually arise on areas of grossly normal skin, initially
contain clear yellow fluid that subsequently becomes dark
yellow and turbid
• The bullae are superficial, and within a day or two, they
rupture and collapse,at times forming thin, light-brown
golden-yellow crusts
34.
35.
36.
37. Impetigo cont’d
Treatment
• good hygiene removal of crusts.
• Antibiotics
- topical if mild - mupirocin, fusidic acid,
- Systemic if severe, multiple lesions:
cloxacillin, erythromycin, cephalexin
38. Folliculitis
• a pyoderma that begins within the hair follicle
• a small, fragile, dome-shaped pustule occurs at the
opening of a hair follicle
• Children – scalp
• Adults - beard area, axillae, extremities, and buttocks
• Can complicate to Furuncles if untreated
39.
40. folliculitis
Treatment:
• For Localized: Topical antibiotics like Mupirocin,
2% ointment, or Fusidic acid cream applied twice
daily to the affected area for 7-10 days.
• For generalized :Cloxacilline,cephalexine,
Erythromycyin
41. Furuncle
• Furuncle is a deep seated infectious folliculitis
and perifolliculitis with a purulent core
• caused by Staphylococcus aureus, It affects
mainly young men who are healthy
• patients must be evaluated for predisposing
factors: alcoholism,medicine abuse, diabetes
mellitus, leukemias and other malignancies, AIDS
and chronic liver disease.
42. Furuncle cont’d
• Fever, Pain, swelling and erythema of the
involved area.
• Occur mostly in areas subjected to
maceration or friction, poor personal hygiene,
acne or dermatitis; e.g.face, neck, axillae
43.
44. Furuncle
Treatment
• a systemic antibiotic as impetigo for mild
cases
• severe infections or infections in a dangerous
areas - maximal antibiotic dosage by the
parenteral route
• drain if abscess
45. Carbuncle
more extensive, deeper, communicating,
lesion that develops when multiple, closely
set furuncles coalesce.
more serious inflammation
red and indurated, and multiple pustules soon
appear on the surface, draining externally
around multiple hair follicles scar
fever and malaise - ill
48. Erysipelas
• caused by group A β- hemolytic streptococcus
• acute infection of skin- level of part of dermis
• superficial cellulitis with marked dermal lymphatic
vessel involvement
• face or a lower extremity
• superficial erythema, edema with a sharply defined
margin to normal tissue
49. Erysipelas
• there may be portal of entry
• Recurrent erysipelas –tineapedis,lymphedema
surgery
• Can cause lymphedema
50.
51.
52. Erysipelas
Treatment:
• Bed rest, limb elevation ,Immobilization and
warm compresses
• Antibiotics: procaine pencilline(IM),
Erythromycine,cephalexine, Cloxacilline
• Severe cases require intravenous therapy with
crystalline penicillin in hospital until the fever
subsides, at which time treatment is continued
with procaine penicillin
53. Cellulitis
infection extends deeper into the dermis and
subcutaneous tissue
S. aureus and GAS – common causes
looks erysipelas but lack of distinct margins, deeper
edema, surface bulla/necrosis
can go deep if untreated – fasciitis
portal of entry evident if half of cases
58. Leprosy
Introduction:
• Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease mainly affecting
the skin and peripheral nerves, although other tissues,
such as the eye, mucosa of the upper respiratory tract,
joints and testis can also be involved.
• Leprosy is considered to be transmitted from person to
person through the nasal discharge from droplet
infection from untreated leprosy patient to individuals
living in the same household and/or infrequent
contact with the index case.
59. Leprosy
• The disease has a long incubation
period,averaging 3 to 5 years, occurring usually in
people in the age group between 15 and45 years.
• If not properly treated, leprosy can cause severe
disability, mainly as a result of peripheral nerve
damage.
• leading cause of permanent physical disability. It
is caused by Mycobaterium leprae
60. Leprosy
Clinical presentation:
Hx:
• Pale or reddish patches on the skin with loss of,
or decreased sensation on the skin
• Painless swelling or lumps on the face and
earlobes
• Numbness or tingling of the hands and/or the
feet
• Weakness of eyelids, hands or feet
• Difficulty closing the eyes
61. Leprosy
• Burning sensation in the skin
• Dry palms
• Skin cracks on palms and soles with sensation
loss
• Painless wounds or burns on the hands or
feet
• Decreased vision
• History of close contact with a leprosy patient
62. Leprosy
PE:
• Hypo-pigmented or erythematous skin lesions
• Loss of, or decreased sensation on the skin
patches when touched with a wisp of cotton
• Enlarged/ thickned peripheral nerves
• Painful and/or tender nerves on palpation
63. Leprosy
• Loss of muscle strength or paralysis of
muscles of the eyes, hands and feet
• Sensory loss on the soles of he feet and/or
palm of the hands when examined with ball
point pain
• Cracks on palms and soles with sensation loss
• Wounds, ulcer on palms and soles with
sensation loss
66. Leprosy cont’d
Diagnosis:
• Skin slit smear microscopy
• Leprosy cases can be diagnosed on clinical
grounds. Laboratory investigation is indicated
for confirmation in doubtful cases
67. Leprosy cont’d
• Diagnosis of leprosy is confirmed when one of
the cardinal signs of leprosy are present
The cardinal signs of leprosy are:
1. Definite loss of sensation in a pale (hypo-
pigmented) or reddish skin lesion.
2. Thickened or enlarged peripheral nerve/s with or
without tenderness
3. Presence of the acid-fast bacilli Mycobacterium
leprae in slit skin smears from skin lesions.
68. Leprosy cont’d
Treatment:
• Objectives
- Cure leprosy by rapidly eliminating the bacilli
- Prevent the emergence of medicine resistance
- Prevent relapse
- Prevent disability
69. Leprosy cont’d
• Leprosy is managed with multi drug
therapy(MDT)
• With a combination of Rifampicine,
Clofazamine and Dapsone
71. Superficial fungal infections
Introduction:
• Cutaneous fungal infections are broadly divided into
those that are limited to the stratum corneum, hair and
nails, and those that involve the dermis and
subcutaneous tissues
• The superficial mycoses are due to fungi that only invade
fully keratinized tissues, i.e. stratum corneum, hair and
nails.
• Superficial fungal infections of the skin are due primarily
to dermatophytes and Candida species.
72. Superficial cont’d
superficial fungal infections (Dermatophytoses) usually affect
all parts of the skin from head to toes. These include:
• Infection of the scalp -tinea capitis
• Infection of the skin of the trunk and extremities- tinea
corporis
• Infection of the axillae or groin- tinea cruris
• Infection of the nails-tinea unguium (onychomycosis)
• Infection of the palms and soles- tinea palmo-plantaris
• Infection of the cleft of the fingers and toes- tinea
interdigitalis
• Infection of hands- Tinea Mannum
74. Tinea Capitis
• Tinea capitis describes dermatophyte infection
of hair and scalp
• Tinea capitis is most commonly observed in
children between 3 and 14 years of age.
• The fungistatic effect of fatty acids in sebum
may help to explain the sharp decrease in
incidence after puberty.
75. Tinea capitis
Clinical findings:
• The clinical appearance of tinea capitis depends on
the causative species as well as other factors such as
the host immune response
• In general, dermatophyte infection of the scalp
results in hair loss, scaling and varying degrees of an
inflammatory response.
80. Tinea capitis
Diagnosis:
• From a highly inflammatory plaque two or three
loose hairs are carefully removed with epilating
forceps
• Hairs are placed on a slide covered with a drop of
10% to 20% KOH solution.
• Culture with Sabouraud dextrose agar with
chloramphenicol
• Diagnosis is made by the gross appearance of the
culture growth, together with the microscopic
appearance
81. Tinea capitis
Treatment:
• Griseofulvin tablets; griseofulvin V oral suspension is
less readily absorbed
• Fluconazole, 6mg/kg/day for 2-3 weeks
• Terbinafine
• Itraconazole, 5mg/kg/day for 2-3 weeks
• Without medication there is spontaneous clearing at
about the age of 15
82. Tinea Corporis
• Refers to all superficial dermatophyt infections
of the skin other than those involving the
scalp, beard, face, hands, feet and groin
• The classic presentation is that of an annular
“ring-worm” like with scale across the entire
active erythematous border.
86. Tinea Corporis
Treatment:
• Topical therapy
Clotrimazole,Miconazole,ketoconazole, ,Terbinafine
between 2-4 wks, usually B.I.D.
• Systemic antifungal treatment
for extensive disease or fungal folliculitis
Griseofulvin, Adult 500-1000 mg/day for 4-6 weeks
Children 10-20 mg/kg/day
Terbinafine, 250mg/day; 1-2 weeks
Itraconazole ; 200mg/day for one week
Fluconazole; 150 mg once a week for 4 weeks
87. Tinea Cruris
• Tinea cruris is a dermatophytosis of the groin,
genitalia,pubic area, and perineal and perianal
skin.
• The designation is a misnomer, because in
Latin “cruris”means of the leg
88. Tinea Cruris
• Tinea cruris presents classically as
a well mariginated annular plaque
with scaly raised border
which extends from inguinal fold on the inner
thigh often , bilaterally.
91. Tinea barbae
• Tinea barbae, as its name would imply, occurs
predominantly in males
• Tinea barbae affects the face unilaterally and
involves the beard area more often than the
moustache or upper lip
• Two types: superficial and inflammatory types
95. Tinea Pedis and Tinea mannum
• Tinea pedis denotes dermatophytosis of the
feet,whereas tinea manuum involves the
palmar and interdigital areas of the hands
• Infection of the dorsal aspects of feet and
hands is considered to be tinea corporis.
• Tinea pedis is also called “Athlets’ foot
100. Tinea Pedis
Some advises to prevent Tinea pedis:
• hyperhidrosis is a predisposition factor for
tinea infections, toes should be thorougly
dried after bathing.
• Antiseptic powders after bathing, e.g.. plain
talc, corn starch, rice powder dusted into
socks and shoes to keep the feet dry.
101. Onychomycosis
• Onychomycosis describes fungal infection of the nail
caused by dermatophytes,non dermatophyte
molds,or yeasts.
• Tinea unguium refers strictly to dermatophyte
infection of the nail
102. Types of Onychmycosis
• Distal subungal onychomycosis
• White superficial onychomycosis:
An invasion of the toenail plate in the surface of
the nail.
• Proximal subungal onychomycosis: may be an
indicaton of HIV
• Candida onychomycosis: It produces
destruction of the nail and massive nail bed
hyperkeratosis and is seen in patients with
chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis
107. Onychomycosis
Treatment:
• Griseofulvin
• Terbinafine, for finger nails 250mg/day for 6-8
weeks, for toe nails 12-16 week
• Itraconazole, pulse therapy of 200 mg twice a
day for 1 week of each month, for 2-3 months
when treating finger nails, and for 3-4 months
when treating toe nails
• Fluconazole, 150-300mg/once a week for 6-12
months
108. Candidiasis
• Candidiasis refers to a diverse group of acute and chronic
integumentary or disseminated yeast infections, most
commonly caused by Candida albicans.
• Candida species are the most common cause of fungal
infection in immunocompromised persons.
• Potassium hydroxide preparation of skin scrapings
demonstrates the characteristic fungal elements that
identify Candida
109. Oral Candidiasis(Oral thrush)
• In the newborn may be acquired from contact
with the vaginal tract of the mother
• In older children and adults , following antibiotic
therapy it may also be a sign of
immunosuppression
• Grayish-white membranous plaques with
moist,reddish,and macerated base
• Saliva inhibits the growth of Candida, and a dry
mouth predisposes to candidial growth.
111. Oral Candidiasis
Treatment:
• Infants : oral nystatin suspension
• Adults: A single dose of 150 mg. fluconazole
• Itraconazole,200mg./day for 5-10 days
• Terbinafine,250 mg./day
112. Vulvo vaginal candidiasis
• C.albicans is a common inhabitant of vaginal
tract.
• Overgrowth can cause severe pruritis,burning
and discharge.
• Discharge varies from watery to thick and white
or curd like.
• Predisposing factors:
pregnancy, diabetes, secondary to
therapy with broad-spectrum antibiotics
113. Vulvo vaginal Candidiasis
• Oral fluconazole, 150 mg given once.
• In some patients with predisposing factor
longer courses of 150-200 mg/day or
itraconazole, 200 mg/day for 5-10 days.
• Topical options:
miconazole,nystatin,clotrimazole
114. Candida intertrigo
• Between the folds of the genitals; in groins
or armpits; between the buttocks; under large
pendulous breasts; under overhanging
abdominal folds; or in the umbilicus
• Often ,tiny, superficial, white pustules closely
adjacent to the patches
117. Tinea Versicolor
• Tinea versicolor (ie, pityriasis versicolor) is a
common superficial fungal infection
• Patients with this disorder often present with
hypopigmented, hyperpigmented, or
erythematous macules on the trunk and
proximal upper extremities
• unlike other disorders utilizing the term tinea
(eg, tinea pedis, tinea capitis), tinea versicolor
is not a dermatophyte infection
118. Tinea versicolor cont’d
• The causative organisms are saprophytic, lipid-
dependent yeasts in the genus Malassezia
• Tinea versicolor most commonly affects
adolescents and young adults, but can also
occur in children
• Tinea versicolor occurs worldwide, but the
highest incidence is found in tropical climates
• The disorder is not contagious
122. T. vesicolor
Diagnosis:
• The variable clinical features of tinea
versicolor and the existence of other skin
disorders with similar findings make it
preferable to confirm the diagnosis with a
potassium hydroxide (KOH) preparation
• Both hyphae and yeast cells are evident in a
pattern that is often described as "spaghetti
and meatballs"
124. Tinea versiclolor cont’d
Treatment:
• Topical anti fungals:Selenium
sulfide,ketoconazole cream,
• Systemic therapy:
are used when either the topical tx fails or there
is extensive involvement.
fluconazole
Itraconazole
126. Warts
• Warts occure as a result of Human Papilloma
virus infection(HPV)
• Warts are often classified by their anatomic
location or morphology
• Can be classified into common warts,flat warts
and plantar&palmar warts
127. Common warts( Verruca vulgaris)
• Verruca Vulgaris is a benign epidermal
overgrowths caused by human papilloma virus
(HPV).
• It is transmitted by contact, often at small skin
breaks, abrasions, or other trauma
• In children, approximately two-thirds of warts
spontaneously regress within 2 years.
• Warts in immunocompromised persons can be
widespread and chronic.
• Common sites are the hands, periungual skin,
elbows, knees and planter surfaces.
131. warts
Flat warts:
• are 1–4 mm, slightly elevated, flat top Papules
that have minimal scale
• These are most frequent on the face, hands,
and lower legs
Plantar and palmar warts:
• are thick, endophytic, and hyperkeratotic
papules, which may be painful with pressure
134. Molluscum Contagiosum
• Molluscum Contagiosum is a common childhood
disease caused by Pox virus.
• Its second peak in incidence occurs in young
adults because of sexual transmission.
• The typical lesion is a pearly, skin colored papule
with central umblication.
• Diagnosis is clinical
138. Herpes simplex and Herpes zoster
• Herpes simplex viruses (HSV-1, HSV-2; ) produce
a variety of infections involving mucocutaneous
surfaces, the central nervous system (CNS), and—
on occasion—visceral organs
• Transmission can result from contact with
persons who have active ulcerative lesions or
with persons who have no clinical manifestations
of infection but who are shedding HSV from
mucocutaneous surfaces
140. HSV infection
Clinical features:
• Herpes simplex skin lesion is characterised by
painful grouped micro vesicles which soon
rupture to form yellow crust
• The site of predilection is the adjacent areas of
mucous membranes and skin.
• It has a tendency to recur
142. Oro-facial infections
• Gingivostomatitis and pharyngitis are the most
common clinical manifestations of first-episode HSV-
1 infection
• Clinical symptoms and signs, which include fever,
malaise, myalgias, inability to eat, irritability, and
cervical adenopathy, may last 3–14 days
• Lesions may involve the hard and soft palate, gingiva,
tongue, lip, and facial area
145. HSV( oro-facial)
Treatment:
• Acyclovir, 200mg P.O., 5 times daily OR 400mg P.O.,
three time daily for 7 days.
• Children <2 years; half adult dose.
• Children >2 years; adult dose.
plus
Paracetamol for pain
• Secondary bacterial infection can be treated by
systemic antibiotics
146. Genital Herpes
• Majority of infections are asymptomatic
• Caused by both HSV-1&HSV-2,but HSV-2 in the
majority of the cases.
• Symptoms include painful vesicles in the vagina and
penis.
• Systemic symptoms include fever, malaise and myalgia.
• Latency occures in sacral nerve ganglia
150. Varicella Zoster
• Varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infection causes two
clinically distinct forms of disease.
• Primary infection with VZV results in varicella
(chickenpox), characterized by vesicular lesions in
different stages of development on the face, trunk,
and extremities
151. Varicellal Zoster
• Herpes zoster, also known as shingles, results
from reactivation of endogenous latent VZV
infection within the sensory ganglia
• This clinical form of the disease is
characterized by a painful, unilateral vesicular
eruption, which usually occurs in a restricted
dermatomal distribution.
156. VZV
Complications:
Chicken Pox
• are more often seen in patients who acquire the infection as
adults, and particularly in pregnant women.
• Complications may include pneumonia,encephalitis, hepatitis
or haemorrhagic syndromes.
157. VZV
Complications
Chicken pox
• Varicella in pregnancy carries a high risk of
complications.
• If acquired before 28 weeks’ gestation, it will
cause congenital abnormalities in the child (also
called congenital varicella syndrome).
• If acquired around the time of birth, it can cause
neonatal varicella, which carries a high rate of
pneumonia and other complications.
158. VSV
Treatment:
Chicken Pox:
In adults including pregnant women:
• Oral acyclovir, 800mg 5 times daily for 7 days.
• In immunocompromised adults or those with
disseminated disease:
IV aciclovir 10mg/kg 3 times daily for 7 days;
OR high-dose oral aciclovir, if no IV available.
159. VZV
Complications:
Herpes Zoster
• Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus :Blindness due to
corneal involvement.
• Post-herpetic neuralgia: chronic pain in the
area where the lesions occurred that can last
for months to years after the acute episode.
160. VZV
Treatment:
• Aciclovir 800mg 5 times daily for 7 days can be considered for all
adults, and is recommended for all HIV-positive adults.
• Start aciclovir within 72 hours from the onset of symptoms.
Paracetamol for fever
Antihistamines or calamine lotion may be used to reduce itching
Amitriptyline 25–50mg before bed for neuropathic pain and post-
herpetic neuralgia.
• Secondary bacterial infections may require antibiotics.
N.B. For ophthalmic involvement, topical acyclovir, 3% eye ointment
applied into the eye every 4 hours should be given.
161. Topics to be covered
Acne vulgaries
Eczemas
Psoriasis
Scabies
Common skin manifestation of HIV /AIDS
162. Acne vulgaries
• Acne vulgaris is a self-limited disorder primarily
of teenagers and young adults, although perhaps
10–20% of adults may continue to experience
some form of the disorder.
• The permissive factor for the expression of the
disease in adolescence is the increase in sebum
production by sebaceous glands after puberty.
163. Cont’d
• Small cysts, called comedones, form in hair
follicles due to blockage of the follicular orifice by
retention of keratinous material and sebum.
• The activity of bacteria (Propionibacterium
acnes) within the comedones releases free fatty
acids from sebum, causes inflammation within
the cyst, and results in rupture of the cyst wall.
• An inflammatory foreign-body reaction develops
as result of extrusion of oily and keratinous debris
from the cyst.
164.
165. Cont’d
• The clinical hallmark of acne vulgaris is the comedone,
which may be closed (whitehead) or open (blackhead).
• Closed comedones
appear as 1- to 2-mm pebbly white papules,
accentuated when the skin is stretched.
They are the precursors of inflammatory lesions of acne
vulgaris.
The contents of closed comedones are not easily
expressed.
166. Cont’d
Open comedones
have a large dilated follicular orifice
are filled with easily expressible oxidized,
darkened, oily debris.
167. Cont’d
• Comedones are usually accompanied by
inflammatory lesions: papules, pustules, or
nodules.
175. Cont’d
• The earliest lesions seen in adolescence are
generally mildly inflamed or noninflammatory
comedones on the forehead.
• Subsequently, more typical inflammatory lesions
develop on the cheeks, nose, and chin
• The most common location for acne is the face,
but involvement of the chest and back is
common.
• Most disease remains mild and does not lead to
scarring.
176. Cont’d
• A small number of patients develop large
inflammatory cysts and nodules, which may drain
and result in significant scarring.
• Regardless of the severity, acne may affect a
patient's quality of life.
• If adequately treated, this may be a transient
effect.
• In the case of severe, scarring acne, the effects
can be permanent and profound.
• Early therapeutic intervention in severe acne is
essential.
177. Cont’d
• Exogenous and endogenous factors can alter
the expression of acne vulgaris.
• Friction and trauma (from headbands or chin
straps of athletic helmets), application of
comedogenic topical agents (cosmetics or hair
preparations), or chronic topical exposure to
certain industrial compounds may elicit or
aggravate acne.
178. Cont’d
• Glucocorticoids, topical or systemic, may also
elicit acne.
• Other systemic medications such as oral
contraceptive pills, lithium, isoniazid, androgenic
steroids, halogens, phenytoin, and phenobarbital
may produce acneiform eruptions or aggravate
preexisting acne.
• Genetic factors and polycystic ovary disease may
also play a role.
180. Non pharmacologic
• Cleansing the face with oil-free cleansers twice
daily
• Avoiding oil containing moisturizers and vaseline.
• Use oil free moisturizers and alcohol containing
toners instead.
• Avoiding squeezing
181. pharmacologic
1. Mild Acne:
First line
• Retinoic acid (Tretinoin) – start with 0.025% cream or
0.01% gel and gradually
• increase the concentration to 0.05% cream or 0.025%
gel, then to 0.1% cream, then to 0.05% lotion.
• Start with every other day regimen and make twice
daily based on tolerance of the skin for irritating effect
of retinoids.
• Improvement is seen after 2–5 months.
182. Pharmacologic Tx cont’d
Alternatives
• Clindamycin, 1% gel or lotion;
• Erythromycin 2-4% gel, lotion or cream,
• Azelaic Acid 20% applied twice daily.
183. Cont’d
Moderate Acne
First line
• The above topical medications plus
• Doxycycline, 100mg P.O., QD for
a minimum of 6 months depending on clinical response
OR
• Tetracycline, 250-500mg two to four times daily for a
minimum of six months.
OR
• Azithromycin, 250-500mg three times weekly 12 weeks
184. Cont’d
Severe Acne
First line
• Isotretinoin,0.5-2mg per kilogram of body weight in
two divided doses with food for 15 to 20 weeks.
N.B. Contraception should be secured in females for
treatment time and for 4 months after treatment and
serum lipid monitoring in all patients is mandatory.
• Dosage form: Capsule, 10mg, 20mg
185. Cont’d
Alternatives
• Dapsone, 50-100 mg P.O, daily
OR
• Spironolactone, 50–100 mg daily for up to six months
OR
• Combined oral contraceptive pill for women for up to six
months.
OR
• Intralesional Triamcinolone acetonide 40mg per ml diluted
with equal amount of Normal saline or local anesthesia
repeated every four weeks is effective for few nodules or
hypertrophied acne scars.
187. • Eczema is a type of dermatitis and these terms
are often used synonymously (atopic eczema or
atopic dermatitis).
• Eczema is a reaction pattern that presents with
variable clinical findings and the common
histologic finding of spongiosis (intercellular
edema of the epidermis).
• lesions may include erythematous macules,
papules, and vesicles, which can coalesce to form
patches and plaques.
Eczema
188. Cont’d
• In severe eczema, secondary lesions from
infection or excoriation, marked by weeping
and crusting, may predominate.
• In chronic eczematous conditions,
lichenification (cutaneous hypertrophy and
accentuation of normal skin markings) may
alter the characteristic appearance of eczema.
189. Atopic Dermatitis
• Atopic dermatitis (AD) is the cutaneous
expression of the atopic state, characterized
by a family history of asthma, allergic rhinitis,
or eczema.
190. AD….
• The etiology of AD is only partially defined, but
there is a clear genetic predisposition.
• When both parents are affected by AD, >80% of
their children manifest the disease.
• When only one parent is affected, the prevalence
drops to slightly over 50%.
• Patients with AD may display a variety of
immunoregulatory abnormalities including
increased IgE synthesis; increased serum IgE; and
impaired, delayed-type hypersensitivity reactions.
191. AD……
• The clinical presentation often varies with age.
• Half of patients with AD present within the first
year of life, and 80% present by 5 years of age.
• 80% ultimately co express allergic rhinitis or
asthma.
• The infantile pattern is characterized by weeping
inflammatory patches and crusted plaques on the
face, neck, and extensor surfaces.
• The childhood and adolescent pattern is marked
by dermatitis of flexural skin, particularly in the
antecubital and popliteal fossae
192. AD…….
• AD may resolve spontaneously, but
approximately 40% of all individuals affected
as children will have dermatitis in adult life.
• The distribution of lesions may be similar to
those seen in childhood; however, adults
frequently have localized disease, manifesting
as lichen simplex chronicus or hand eczema
193. AD…..
• In patients with localized disease, AD may be suspected
because of a typical personal history, family history, or the
presence of cutaneous stigmata of AD such as perioral pallor,
an extra fold of skin beneath the lower eyelid , increased
palmar skin markings, and an increased incidence of
cutaneous infections, particularly with Staphylococcus aureus.
• Regardless of other manifestations, pruritus is a prominent
characteristic of AD in all age groups and is exacerbated by dry
skin.
• Many of the cutaneous findings in affected patients, such as
lichenification, are secondary to rubbing and scratching
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200. Clinical features of AD
1. Pruritus and scratching
2. Course marked by exacerbations and remissions
3. Lesions typical of eczematous dermatitis
4. Personal or family history of atopy (asthma, allergic rhinitis, food
allergies, or eczema)
5. Clinical course lasting longer than 6 weeks
6. Lichenification of skin
201. Tx of AD
Tx objectives
• Alleviate the pruritus, and prevent scratching.
• Decrease triggering factors
• Suppress inflammation
• Lubricate the skin
• Manage complications
202. Non pharmacologic
• Atopic patients should bathe with cold or luke
warm water once daily using mild soaps.
• Patient should dry quickly and immediately
(with in 3 minutes) and lubricate the skin.
Emollients:
• Vaseline cream OR Liquid paraffin applied
liberally all over the body
203. Pharmacologic mgt
First line
• Topical corticosteroids are the standard of care
compared with other treatments:
• Eczematous lesions should be treated by mid-high
strength topical steroids for up to 2 weeks except on
the face, neck, breast, axillary, groin and perianal areas.
• For the face, neck, axillae and other soft areas of the
body low-to-mild strength medications are preferred.
• Patients should apply the ointment after bathing.
• The use of long-term intermittent application of
corticosteroids appears helpful and safe.
204. PLUS
• Cloxacillin if a superimposed bacterial
infection is suspected.
• Antihistamins
• Diphenhydramine, 25-50mg P.O., QD
Pharmacologic mgt con’d
205. Contact Dermatitis
• Contact dermatitis is an inflammatory process in skin caused by an
exogenous agent or agents that directly or indirectly injure the skin.
• This injury may be caused by an inherent characteristic of a
compound—irritant contact dermatitis (ICD). An example of ICD
would be dermatitis induced by a concentrated acid or base.
• Agents that cause ACD induce an antigen-specific immune
response (poison ivy dermatitis).
• The clinical lesions of contact dermatitis may be acute (wet and
edematous) or chronic (dry, thickened, and scaly), depending on the
persistence of the insult
206. Allergic contact dermatitis(ACD)
• Allergic Contact Dermatitis is an inflammatory response of
the skin to an antigen that can cause discomfort or
embarrassment.
• Allergic contact Dermatitis can be classified as acute,
subacute and chronic
Clinical features
• Acute contact dermatitis manifests by fluid filled vesicles or
bullae on an edematous skin
• Subacute contact dermatits is characterised by less edema
and formation of papules, excorations and scaling
• Chronic eczema is characterised by scaling, skin fissuring
and lichenfication
210. Allergic contact dermatitis, acute phase, with
sharply demarcated, weeping, eczematous
plaques in a perioral distribution
211. Irritant Contact Dermatitis (ICD)
• ICD is inflammation of the skin which manifests with
edema and scaling and is non specific response to the
skin by irritants and direct chemical damage (e.g.
corrosive agents which cause chemical burn).
• The hands are the most important sites of ICD.
Clinical features
• Macular erythema, hyperkeratosis or fissuring
• Glazed, parched or scalded appearance of the
epidermis
• Healing process on withdrawal
212. Tx of Contact Dermatitis
Objectives
• Improve the quality of life by reducing symptoms.
Non pharmacologic
• Removal of the offending agent
• Lukewarm water baths (antipruritic)
Emollients:
• Vaseline cream OR Liquid paraffin applied liberally to
affected area
For acute lesions
• Topical soaks with cool tap water plus saline (TSP/Pint)
214. TX Cont’d
Topical steroids:
First line
Triamcinolone acetonide, thin films applied BID initially,
reduce to once daily as lesions remit.
Alternative
Hydrocortisone, thin films applied on face, axillae,
breasts, groins and perianal area
• twice daily initially, reduce as the lesions remits.
• Dosage forms: Cream, ointment, 1%
• OR
• Mometasone, thin films applied QD
215. Pharmacologic mgt con’d
Systemic steroids (for severe, recalcitrant and
generalized cases)
• Prednisone, 0.5mg/kg P.O. QD for 1-2 weeks.
Antihistamines: (adjuncts)
First line
• Diphenylhydramine, 25-50mg cap P.O., QD
Alternative
• Chlorpheniramine, 4-6mg P.O., QD
216. Lichen simplex chronicus
• Lichen simplex chronicus may represent the end
stage of a variety of pruritic and eczematous
disorders, including atopic dermatitis.
• It consists of a circumscribed plaque or plaques
of lichenified skin due to chronic scratching or
rubbing.
• Common areas involved include the posterior
nuchal region, dorsum of the feet, and ankles.
217. Tx of LSC
• Treatment of lichen simplex chronicus centers
on breaking the cycle of chronic itching and
scratching.
• High-potency topical glucocorticoids are
helpful in most cases, but in recalcitrant cases,
application of topical glucocorticoids under
occlusion, or intralesional injection of
glucocorticoids may be required
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219. Seborrheic dermatitis
• Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, chronic
disorder, characterized by greasy scales overlying
erythematous patches or plaques.
• Induration and scale are generally less prominent
than in psoriasis, but clinical overlap exists
between these diseases—"sebopsoriasis.“
• The most common location is in the scalp, where
it may be recognized as severe dandruff.
• On the face, seborrheic dermatitis affects the
eyebrows, eyelids, glabella, and nasolabial folds .
220. SD Con’d
• Scaling of the external auditory canal is
common in seborrheic dermatitis.
• In addition, the postauricular areas often
become macerated and tender.
• Seborrheic dermatitis may also develop in the
central chest, axilla, groin, submammary folds,
and gluteal cleft.
• Rarely, it may cause a widespread generalized
dermatitis. Pruritus is variable.
227. Tx of SD
• Treatment with low-potency topical glucocorticoids in
conjunction with a topical antifungal agent, such as
ketoconazole cream is often effective.
• The scalp and beard areas may benefit from
antidandruff shampoos, which should be left in place
3–5 min before rinsing.
• High-potency topical glucocorticoid solutions
(betamethasone or clobetasol) are effective for control
of severe scalp involvement.
• High-potency glucocorticoids should not be used on
the face because this is often associated with steroid-
induced rosacea or atrophy.
228. Psoriasis
• Psoriasis is one of the most common
dermatologic diseases, affecting up to 1% of
the world's population.
• It is a chronic inflammatory skin disorder
clinically characterized by erythematous,
sharply demarcated papules and rounded
plaques, covered by silvery scale.
229. Psoriasis cont’d
• The skin lesions of psoriasis are variably pruritic.
• Traumatized areas often develop lesions of
psoriasis (Koebner's or isomorphic phenomenon).
• In addition, other external factors may
exacerbate psoriasis including infections, stress,
and medications (lithium, beta blockers, and
antimalarials).
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239. Plaque psoriasis
• It is the most common variety of psoriasis.
• Patients with plaque-type psoriasis will have stable, slowly enlarging
plaques, which remain basically unchanged for long periods of time.
• The most commonly involved areas are the elbows, knees, gluteal cleft,
and the scalp.
• Involvement tends to be symmetric.
• Plaque psoriasis generally develops slowly and runs an indolent course.
• It rarely remits spontaneously.
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241. Gutate Psoriasis
• Guttate psoriasis (eruptive psoriasis) is most
common in children and young adults.
• It develops acutely in individuals without
psoriasis or in those with chronic plaque
psoriasis.
• Patients present with many small erythematous,
scaling papules, frequently after upper
respiratory tract infection with B-hemolytic
streptococci.
• The differential diagnosis should include pityriasis
rosea and secondary syphilis.
242. Pustular Psoriasis
• Patients may have disease localized to the palms
and soles, or the disease may be generalized.
• Regardless of the extent of disease, the skin is
erythematous with pustules and variable scale.
• Localized to the palms and soles, it is easily
confused with eczema.
• Episodes of fever and pustules are recurrent.
243.
244. Pustular cont’d
• Local irritants, pregnancy, medications, infections, and
systemic glucocorticoid withdrawal can precipitate this
form of psoriasis.
• Oral retinoids are the treatment of choice in
nonpregnant patients.
• Fingernail involvement, appearing as punctate pitting,
onycholysis, nail thickening, or subungual
hyperkeratosis may be a clue to the diagnosis of
psoriasis when the clinical presentation is not classic.
245.
246. Tx of psoriasis
Non pharmacologic
• Explain regarding precipitating factors and
chronicity.
• Counselling the patient never to rub or scratch
lesions (to minimize Koebner’s phenomenon).
• Advise frequent exposure to sunlight
247. Cont’d
Pharmacologic
For Local plaques
General Measures
• Liberal use of moisturizers like urea, 10 – 20%
or liquid paraffin between treatments
• Removal of excessive scale by soaking in
water or by using salicylic acid,5–10% in
vaseline base applied twice daily
248. Cont’d
Topical
• First line
• Betamethasone dipropionate, thin film
applied twice daily for short period of time
are effective.
• For lesions of the face, neck, flexural areas
and genitalia mild potency steroids are
preferred.
• Dosage forms: Cream, 0.025%, 0.05%
249. Scabies
• Scabies is a persistent and intensely itchy skin
eruption due to the mite Sarcoptes scabiei.
• The disease is commonly seen in people with low
socio-economic status and poor personal hygiene.
Clinical features
• Red papules and burrow in the axillae, groin and
digital web spaces associated with complaints of
nocturnal pruritus.
• In infants, the face, palms and soles are often
involved and blisters may develop.
250.
251.
252.
253.
254. Tx of scabies
objectives
• Eradicate the mite
• Prevent transmission to family members and close contacts
Non pharmacologic
• Washing clothes in hot water or ironing clothes after
normal washing.
255. Tx cont’d
• Treat all family members and close contacts,
even if they are unaffected or asymptomatic,
simultaneously Asymptomatic mite carriers
in the household are very common and are
the reason for recurrence
256. Pharmacologic
Topical:
First line
Permethrin 5%, Thin films of cream applied to all areas of body from the neck
• down for 8-14 hrs. then washed off. Repeat the same dose after a week
Alternative
• Benzyl benzoate, applied to the entire body, neck to toe for 3 to consecutive
evenings. Bath should be taken before the first and after the last application.
• Dosage form: Lotion, 25%
257. Cont’d
• Sulphur ointment, Children 5%, Adult 10%: thinly
applied to the entire body for 3consecutive nights.
• The patient should wash thoroughly before each new
application and 24 hours after the last treatment
• Dosage forms: Ointment, 5%, 10%.
Systemic:
• Ivermectin, 200µg/kg as a single dose, for Norwegian
(crusted scabies) and resistant forms of scabies and
ideal for institutional outbreaks