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Dermatology Flashcards

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  1. A patient presents with a well-demarcated, silvery-scaled plaque on the extensor surface of the elbow. What is the most likely diagnosis?

    Answer: Psoriasis

    Psoriasis classically presents as well-demarcated erythematous plaques with silvery scales on extensor surfaces such as the elbows and knees.

  2. Which finding is most associated with a melanoma rather than a benign nevus?

    Answer: Irregular border and multiple colors

    The ABCDE criteria for melanoma include Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color variation, Diameter >6mm, and Evolution—irregular borders and multiple colors are hallmarks.

  3. A patient with a history of atopy presents with intensely pruritic, flexural rashes since childhood. What is the most likely diagnosis?

    Answer: Atopic dermatitis (eczema)

    Atopic dermatitis typically begins in childhood, is associated with the atopic triad (asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema), and preferentially affects flexural areas.

  4. What is the first-line treatment for mild-to-moderate acne vulgaris characterized by comedones and a few inflammatory papules?

    Answer: Topical retinoids and/or benzoyl peroxide

    Topical retinoids normalize follicular keratinization and benzoyl peroxide has antimicrobial properties; both are recommended as first-line agents for mild-to-moderate acne.

  5. A patient presents with a target-like skin lesion with central blistering after starting a new antibiotic. What condition should be suspected?

    Answer: Erythema multiforme

    Erythema multiforme is characterized by target lesions (three concentric zones) and is commonly triggered by HSV infection or medications such as sulfonamides and penicillins.

  6. A unilateral, painful, vesicular rash following a dermatomal distribution in an elderly patient is most consistent with:

    Answer: Herpes zoster (shingles)

    Herpes zoster results from reactivation of varicella-zoster virus in a dorsal root ganglion, presenting as a unilateral vesicular rash in a dermatomal pattern with pain.