Psoriasis
What does Psoriasis look like?
Thick, flaky, red patches covered with white, silvery scales.
What is another name for Atopic Dermatitis?
Eczema
What is Contact Dermatitis
Inflammation due to an exogenous chemical
What causes seborrheic dermatitis?
Inflammation of the sebaceous glands.
What may the scales develop into?
Dry plaques, or pustules.
What are the symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis?
Vesicular and exudative eruptions, accompanied with pruritus.
Name three symptoms of Contact Dermatitis.
Erythema, edema, and small vesicles.
Where does seborrheic dermatitis target the most?
What is the main cause of Psoriasis?
Although Idiopathic, Psoriasis seems to be genetically determined.
What is the Etiology of Atopic Dermatitis?
Idiopathic, however can be inherited. Flares can be caused by stress, and frequent shower/hand washing causes TEWL.
What are three three ways that Contact Dermatitis develops?
Chemical/Mechanical Irritation, Sensitization, Photoallergy.
When is seborrheic dermatitis most common?
During infancy, known as cradle cap.
What are precipitating factors for Psoriasis?
Climate changes, Hormonal changes, and emotional stress.
What is the Treatment?
Skin moisturizers, sunlight therapy, and antibiotics if case becomes too severe.
What is the treatment for Contact Dermatitis?
Oral steroid such as Medrol or Prednisone and corticosteroid cream.
What is the etiology of the disease?
Disease is idiopathic, however heredity plays a key role. Disorder may intensify due to a yeast like organism: Pityosporum.
What is the treatment for Psoriasis?
Exposure to UV light, and steroid creams/ointments.
Why might Atopic Dermatitis affect day to day lives?
Constant itching makes it hard to focus, and stress causes consistent flares.
Search Medical History, or preform a patch test to identify irritant/allergen.
What is the treatment of the disease?
Hydrocortisone cream topically to the area.