Search results for "Dermatology"
Losing it: A rational approach to hair loss
Fun facts about the hair cycle, five questions about the condition, and treatment options can help internists address an emotional topic for patients.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2019/06/losing-it-a-rational-approach-to-hair-loss.htm
1 Jun 2019
MKSAP Quiz: 5-day history of asymptomatic rash
A 68-year-old man is evaluated in the emergency department for a 5-day history of an asymptomatic rash on the upper back and upper arms. The lesions grew suddenly and are neither pruritic nor painful. The patient has had associated fevers. He has a myelodysplastic syndrome and has received intermittent erythrocyte transfusions, and he takes azacitidine. Following a physical exam, lab studies, and a skin biopsy, what is the most likely diagnosis?.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2014/11/mksap.htm
1 Nov 2014
Plantar wart treatment options equally effective
Cryotherapy and salicylic acid had similar, and low, rates of success in treating plantar warts, a new study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/06/14/4.htm
14 Jun 2011
MKSAP Quiz: Pain on tip of nose and painful periorbital eruption
A 65-year-old woman is evaluated for a prodrome of pain on tip of the nose followed by a painful eruption involving the right periorbital tissue. On physical examination, all vital signs are normal. There are grouped vesicles on an erythematous base on the tip of the nose and about the right eye. What is the most appropriate first step in the management of this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/07/01/3.htm
1 Jul 2014
MKSAP Quiz: pruritic hives for 12 weeks
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 60-year-old woman with a 12-week history of pruritic hives.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/01/31/3.htm
31 Jan 2012
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of dry eye
This week's quiz asks readers to evaluate a 68-year-old man with a 6-month history of dryness in his eyes.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2011/10/18/3.htm
18 Oct 2011
MKSAP Quiz: 3-month history of intermittent itching
A 59-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-month history of intermittent itching on the forearms. He describes the itch as deep, with a burning or tingling sensation. Scratching helps somewhat, but over-the-counter topical corticosteroids have not helped. Cooling the skin soothes the itch. He did not notice a rash until he started scratching. The itch gets worse after being in the sun, but sun exposure does not cause redness or a rash. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/08/12/3.htm
12 Aug 2014
MKSAP Quiz: New lesion on the side of the face
A 44-year-old man is evaluated for a new lesion on the side of his face. It has been present for several months and is asymptomatic. When he shaves he cuts it, and it starts bleeding. Following a physical exam, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2018/11/mksap-quiz-new-lesion-on-the-side-of-the-face.htm
1 Nov 2018
MKSAP Quiz: 4-day history of intensely pruritic rash
A 46-year-old woman is evaluated for a 4-day history of an intensely pruritic rash on her face and neck. She started using a new facial moisturizer about 1 week before the onset of the rash. What is the most appropriate corticosteroid cream for the rash?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/11/02/3.htm
2 Nov 2012
MKSAP Quiz: Recurrent pruritic rash on the hands
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated for a recurrent pruritic rash on her hands. She works as a dental hygienist and notices that it improves when she goes on vacation. Topical corticosteroids alleviate the rash, but it quickly recurs. Following a physical exam, what test should be done next?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/10/08/3.htm
8 Oct 2013