Conditions ➡ Atopic dermatitis.
Location :
- Face.
- Elbow.
- Knee.
Form of lesion :
- Erythema plaque.
- Excoriation.
- Very dry skin.
- Scaly.
- Vesicular lesions.
Special Characteristics :
- Petekie on the palate.
- Strawberry tongue (white).
- The CAN test is positive for streptococcal infection.
Condition ➡ Tinea infection.
Location :
- Can infect all areas of the skin.
Form of lesion :
- Alopecia or damaged hair follicles on the scalp (tinea capitis).
- Patch or erythematous round plaque with raised edge and a clean center on the body (tinea corporis).
Special Characteristics :
- Pityriasis rosea is often suspected.
- Microscopy examination with potassium hydroxide staining can help make the diagnosis.
Condition ➡ Impetigo.
Location :
- Nose and mouth.
Form of lesion :
- Vesicles or pustules that form thick yellow crusts.
Special Characteristics :
- Can be a primary or secondary infection.
- The shape of bullae is typical of neonates.
- The non-bullae form is more common in school-age children.
Condition ➡ Molluscum contagiosum.
Location :
- Generally found on the face, arms, legs, body and armpits.
Form of lesion :
- Small skin-colored or pearl white papules with umbilication at the center.
Special Characteristics :
- Can be associated with dermatitis.
Condition ➡ Roseola infantum (exanthema subitum).
Location :
- In the body, spreads peripherally.
Form of lesion :
- Macula to maculopapul.
Special Characteristics :
- It is often suspected of measles.
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