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Hair Loss (Alopecia) - General (Diffuse and Focal) Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

DIFFUSE
Scarring - Irreversible-biopsy required
 • Lupus
- Secondary to Skin ... • Secondary syphilis ... #HairLoss #Alopecia ... #dermatology #Differential ... Diagnosis #Algorithm #causes
Capnocytophaga Canimorsus Skin Rash

40 M presents w/ N, V, severe epigastric pain. SHx: smoker, drinks 18
Diffuse blanching ... +purpuric rash → ... purpura fulminans ... #Rash #dermatology ... #clinical #photo
Blood Transfusion Reactions

Immune Mediated:
 • Febrile Non-Hemolytic Transfusion Reaction (FNHTR): Most common immune reaction to transfusion.
maculopapular rash ... Post Transfusion Purpura ... Causes purpura & ... infections with skin ... RBCs (stored at 4C
Blood Product Transfusions One Pager Summary
Type and screen - determines blood type and detects in recipient
maculopapular rash ... Post Transfusion Purpura ... Causes purpura & ... infections with skin ... RBCs (stored at 4C
Symmetrical Drug-Related Intertriginous and Flexural Exanthema (SDRIFE)

49M +burning rash groins/buttocks (pic in next thread) x 1d.
PMH: DM (A1c 6.5% ... SDRIFE is a drug reaction ... , blisters, or purpura ... #clinical #photo ... #dermatology
PALM RASHES 
Common features and patterns:
1.	Color:
o	Red or erythematous: Common in inflammatory or allergic reactions.
o	Purple or purpuric:
o Purple or purpuric ... occur in chronic skin ... Seen in systemic causes ... Fungal Infections (Tinea ... : Diffuse rash that