An Interview with Dr. Jeave Reserva on Outpatient Management of Stasis Dermatitis
As dermatologists, we know that not every warm, red, swollen leg represents cellulitis. Chronic venous insufficiency causing stasis dermatitis can present very similarly. While dermatologists are likely able to (in most cases) distinguish between the two conditions, the same cannot always be said of providers outside of our specialty from whom our patients may also be seeking care. Dr. Jeave Reser …
As dermatologists, we know that not every warm, red, swollen leg represents cellulitis. Chronic venous insufficiency causing stasis dermatitis can present very similarly. While dermatologists are likely able to (in most cases) distinguish between the two conditions, the same cannot always be said of providers outside of our specialty from whom our patients may also be seeking care. Dr. Jeave Reser … Continue reading "An Interview with Dr. Jeave Reserva on Outpatient Management of Stasis Dermatitis"
This month’s Patient Buzz includes several articles about celebrities who are going public with their skin conditions. From melanoma to psoriatic arthritis to eczema, more patients may seek treatment because of the awareness celebrities are bringing to these conditions.
Be prepared for your patients’ questions by perusing these dermatology articles from the consumer press:
Allure: ASDS … 
This is a genodermatosis. Which statement is INCORRECT?
A. Nikolsky's sign can be positive.
B. Has a predilection for neck/ axillae, intertriginous areas.
C. The responsible gene is ATP2C1.
D. The responsible gene encodes a Ca2+ pump located in the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
E. Superinfection with herpes simplex virus can occur in the genital region.
To find out the correct answer … 
What is the sensitizer for this flower?
A. Sesquiterpene lactone
B. Pentadecylcatechol
C. Tuliposide A
D. Diallyl disulfide
E. Primin
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.
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This patient also has extensive oral erosions. He tells you his only new medication is dicloxacillin, which he is taking for impetigo. How many days prior to development of the pictured eruption did this patient most likely begin taking dicloxacillin?
A. Hours-2 days
B. 7-21 days
C. 21-56 days
D. 60-90 days
E. >180 days
To find out the correct answer and read the explanation …