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Allergic Contact Dermatitis Diagnosis and Treatment

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What is the primary goal of the diagnosis and treatment of allergic contact dermatitis (ACD)?

Providing general skin care recommendations

Preventing severe skin eruptions in all patients

Identification of the offending allergen and its avoidance (correct)

Identifying the specific medication that caused the reaction

Which databases assist patients in finding alternative products to avoid their allergens?

Patient Allergen Resource (PAR) and Contact Allergy Solutions (CAS)

Allergen Protection Database (APD) and Allergy Alternatives Directory (AAD)

Contact Allergen Management Program (CAMP) and Contact Allergen Replacement Database (CARD) (correct)

Allergen Safety Website (ASW) and Allergy Avoidance Network (AAN)

What is typically the first-line treatment for a localized acute flare of ACD?

Topical corticosteroids for approximately 2 to 3 weeks (correct)

Systemic immunosuppressants for rapid relief

Oral antihistamines to reduce itching

Antibiotics to prevent secondary infections

In cases of severe or widespread ACD, what is the typical oral dosing regimen of prednisone?

<p>1 mg/kg/day for 1 week, then tapering weekly for 3 to 4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a possible consequence of not using topical corticosteroids for the recommended duration in ACD treatment?

<p>Potential rebound flares after treatment termination</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD) Diagnosis and Treatment

ACD diagnosis and treatment aim to identify and avoid the offending allergen.
This involves thorough history, physical examination, patch testing, personalized counseling, and patient avoidance of the causative agent.
Two databases, CAMP and CARD, provide alternative product lists to help patients avoid allergens.
Topical corticosteroids are the first-line treatment for localized, acute ACD flares, typically used for 2-3 weeks.
Severe or widespread ACD eruptions may require a 3-week oral prednisone taper, starting at 1 mg/kg/day for 1 week, then weekly tapering for a total of 3-4 weeks.

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This quiz covers the diagnosis and treatment of Allergic Contact Dermatitis (ACD). It includes methods for identifying allergens, recommended treatment protocols, and tools like CAMP and CARD for patient assistance. Understand the management strategies and effective therapies to handle ACD symptoms.