Orthopaedics & MSK — Flashcards

_____ is dermatophyte infection the scalp hair follicles and the surrounding skin

Diagnosis of pityriasis versicolor is clinical with thorough history & exam, but it can be confirmed with a(n) _____

Most common organism responsible for tinea capitis in the UK is _____

Tinea corporis typically have an erythematous _____ edge and a surrounding a clear centre

What is the likely diagnosis in a patient that noticed hypopigmented skin lesions on her trunk after returning from a summer vacation in a warm climate?\n_____ (due to Malassezia infection)

Tinea pedis presenting with chronic, diffuse, fine silvery scaling and hyperkeratosis in a "moccasin" distribution is the _____ subtype.

Risk factors for tinea corporis/cruris are warm, humid environments, sweating, & _____-fitting clothing

After _____ of no improvement, what is the second-line management for psoriasis?\nVitamin D or vitamin D analogue x2 daily

Hint: time

What is the first-line management for psoriasis? _____ & vitamin D analogue applied x1 daily at seperate times (one in the morning, other in evening) up to 4-8 weeks

Triggers for _____ include stress, infection (URTI, staph, HIV), skin trauma (Koebner phenomenon), drugs (inc. steroid withdrawal)

Hint: dermatological condition