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I HUMAN CASE WEEK 2 60 YEARS
OLD REASON FOR ENCOUNTER :
PAINFUL RASH (6531 )
.

, I HUMAN CASE WEEK 2 60 YEARS
OLD REASON FOR ENCOUNTER :
PAINFUL RASH (6531 )
.




Case Overview:
 Patient: 60-year-old
 Reason for Encounter: Painful rash
Possible Scenarios to Consider:
1. Herpes Zoster (Shingles):
o History: Past history of chickenpox, reactivation of varicella-
zoster virus.
o Symptoms: Unilateral rash in a dermatomal distribution,
burning or tingling sensation, development of vesicles that
can crust over.
o Diagnosis: Clinical evaluation, Tzanck smear, or PCR.
o Treatment: Antiviral therapy (e.g., acyclovir), pain
management, corticosteroids for inflammation.

, I HUMAN CASE WEEK 2 60 YEARS
OLD REASON FOR ENCOUNTER :
PAINFUL RASH (6531 )
2. Cellulitis:
.
o History: Recent trauma, skin breach, underlying chronic
conditions like diabetes.
o Symptoms: Red, warm, swollen, and painful area on the
skin, fever.
o Diagnosis: Clinical examination, possibly culture of the
affected area.
o Treatment: Antibiotics, elevation of the affected limb, pain
management.
3. Contact Dermatitis:
o History: Recent exposure to new products, plants, or
irritants.
o Symptoms: Red, itchy, and painful rash, often with blisters.
o Diagnosis: Clinical history, patch testing.
o Treatment: Avoidance of the irritant, topical steroids,
antihistamines.
4. Erythema Multiforme:
o History: Recent infection or medication use.
o Symptoms: Target lesions with a central blister, often on the
extremities, mild to moderate pain.
o Diagnosis: Clinical evaluation, biopsy if necessary.
o Treatment: Symptomatic management, discontinuation of
the offending drug if applicable.

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