Questions and Answers
What type of organisms are normal bacteria and yeasts on the skin?
Commensal organisms
Which type of lesions is a cream base preferred for?
Wet and acutely inflamed lesions
What is the mildest topical steroid mentioned in the text?
Hydrocortisone acetate
What can some micro-organisms do in relation to pre-existing skin diseases?
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What type of lesions is a cream base preferred for?
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What is the mildest topical steroid mentioned in the text?
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What can some micro-organisms do in relation to pre-existing skin diseases?
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What type of organisms are normal bacteria and yeasts on the skin?
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What is the rule of thumb for using a cream or ointment in topical treatment?
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Study Notes
Skin Microorganisms
- Normal bacteria and yeasts on the skin are commensal organisms.
Topical Treatment
- Cream base is preferred for moist, weeping, or acute lesions.
- Hydrocortisone 1% is the mildest topical steroid mentioned in the text.
Micro-organism Interaction
- Some micro-organisms can exacerbate pre-existing skin diseases.
Topical Treatment Guidelines
- The rule of thumb for using a cream or ointment in topical treatment is: "wet skin, use cream; dry skin, use ointment".
