emDOCs Podcast – Episode 120: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
The emDOCs podcast covers SJS and TEN.
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Dermatology
EM@3AM: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
A 55-year-old male presents to the ED for a rash of 2-day duration. He had URI symptoms for 4 days preceding the rash with myalgias and subjective fevers. He notes the rash began as small painless, erythematous papules but has progressed to larger, tender bullae. The rash began on his trunk and has spread to his face and bilateral upper extremities. He is febrile and tachycardic. On physical exam, the rash affects close to 20% of TBSA, and with gentle rubbing, skin sloughing is noted. What is the diagnosis?
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emDOCs Podcast – Episode 53: Skin Cancer and New Onset Hyperglycemia
This edition of the emDOCs cast covers two posts: recognizing skin cancer and new onset hyperglycemia.
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Tattoo-related Complications in the Emergency Department
What do you need to know about tattoo-related complications?
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Recognizing Skin Cancer in the ED
What should you look for with skin cancer in the ED? What should you consider?
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Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis Mimics – Differential Diagnosis and Initial Management
Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis are life-threatening diseases, but what else can mimic these dangerous conditions?
Cleavon MD: Maculopapular Rashes of Childhood
Cleavon Gilman is back with maculopapular rashes.
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Calciphylaxis: An Ominous Skin Condition You Should Know About
Ever heard of calciphylaxis? This post from Daniel Reschke and Zachary Sletten dissect this potentially deadly dermatologic condition.
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Drug Rashes: Not always so simple…
Drug reactions are commonly managed in the ED. Approximately 90-95% of all drug rashes are “drug-induced exanthems”, or morbilliform or maculopapular drug eruptions. Widespread erythematous macules or papules appearing a week after drug exposure are usual. However, drug rash severity varies drastically. This post will cover conditions ranging from the simple drug rash to the deadly DRESS and TEN.
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