Derm In-Review

Organ Systems and Skin – Pop Quiz 9/10/2021
Which organ system is least likely to be involved in the condition shown in the attached image? A. Liver B. Spleen C. Genitourinary D. Gastrointestinal tract E. Bone marrow To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.    Brought to you by our brand partner Derm In-Review.  A product of SanovaWorks. …
Causative Organism – Friday Pop Quiz 9/3/2021
This Nigerian patient tells you that he is a farmer. Which of the following is the most likely causative organism? A. M. marinum B. M. tuberculosis C. M. kansasii D. M. ulcerans E. M. fortuitum To find out the correct answer and read the explanation, click here.    Brought to you by our brand partner Derm In-Review.  A product of SanovaWorks. …
It’s Mnemonic Monday! Sesquiterpene Lactones
Sesquiterpene LactonesOn this Mnemonic Monday, we challenge you to remember plants producing the allergen sesquiterpene lactone with the following mnemonic: SAD CHrissy FARtS Dandelions and Marigolds S- Sesquiterpene lactones A- Asteraceae D- Daisy Ch- Chrysanthemum, Chamomile F- Feverfew A- Artichoke R- Ragweed (t) S- Sunflower Dandelions and Marigolds Remember that this allergen cross-reacts wit …
Sesquiterpene Lactones
Direct Immunofluorescence – Friday Pop Quiz – 8/20/21
Similar lesions are present on the contralateral leg, and this patient also reports joint pain and tarry stools. A biopsy for direct immunofluorescence is most likely to show which of the following? A. IgA deposition in the dermal papillae B. Perivascular IgA deposition C. Perivascular IgG deposition D. Linear IgA deposition along the basement membrane zone E. Linear IgG deposit …