DERM TERMS!
A small, flat non-palpable lesion, typically less than 1 cm in diameter.
What is a macule?
The most common form of skin cancer.
What is basal cell carcinoma?
In this disease process, patient's fingers look like hot dogs.
What is psoriatic arthritis?
The class of medication that includes fluconazole, itraconazole, and terbinafine. (broad category)
What is antifungal medication?
This histopathology term describes presence of abnormal keratinocytes that retain their nuclei in the stratum corneum.
What is parakeratosis?
Circumscribed loss of the epidermis and portion of upper dermis
What is an ulcer?
Planar, purple, polygonal, pruritic papules & plaques with the potential for oral malignancy.
What is lichen planus?
The description given of the appearance of a basal cell carcinoma.
What is "pearly with rolled borders"?
2 classes of drugs that may cause Steven Johnson Syndrome.
2 of the following: NSAIDs, Sulfonamides, Anticonvulsants, Penicillins, doxycycline, tetracyclines, cough and cold medications
This derm path term describes a reaction pattern with band-like lymphocytic infiltrate at the DEJ.
What is lichenoid pattern?
Visible and palpable thickening of the epidermis and roughing of the skin with increased visibility of the normal skin furrows. Can result from chronic eczema.
What is lichenification?
DAILY DOUBLE!!!!!!!! You may wage up to your full amount of points.
What are the words associated with the acronym ABCDE used when assessing the potential for malignancy of a lesion?
The dermatologic manifestation that is heralded by a salmon-colored patch and takes the form of a Christmas tree.
What is pityriasis rosea?
The monoclonal antibody that is used to treat atopic dermatitis.
What is dupilumab?
This derm path term describes a reaction pattern with intracellular spaces widened by fluid and perivascular inflammatory infiltrate.
What is spongiotic pattern?
The description of a rash that has a mixture of macules and papules and extends over a large surface area (hint: don't say maculopapular bc dermatologists apparently hate that).
What is morbilliform?
A 74 year old, fair skinned male who likes long walks on the beach presents to your office with something on his forehead he wants you to look at. Upon evaluation it appears as a yellow/brown adherent hyperkaratotic scale that feels like sandpaper. Histopathology reveals only basilar keratinocyte atypia. The most likely diagnosis is ____.
What is actinic keratosis?
The dermatological manifestation that may be assessed using the Auspitz sign and may be treated with phototherapy.
What is psoriasis?
This drug is used to treat dermatitis herpetiformis, and has the possible adverse effect of hemolysis.
What is dapsone?
Derm path of this disease shows elongated rete ridges.
What is psoriasis?
This term is used to describe plantar warts, named after an anthill.
What is myrmecia?
In this derm emergency, it is important to assess for GI, renal, and neuro involvement.
What is leukocytoclastic vasculitis?
The dermatologic manifestation that arises from circulating IgG antibodies against keratinocytes, has a positive Nikolsky sign, and results in flaccid blisters on healthy skin and mucous membranes.
What is pemphigus vulgaris?
The glucocorticoid degree of potency that is best for use on intertriginous areas. Why?
Low potency because glucocorticoids absorb into systemic circulation more easily through thin skin.
The histopathology term that describes increased thickness of the epidermis, but mainly the spinous layer.
What is acanthosis?