Red scaly lesions

Expert/s: Dr Philip Tong
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In this episode:

  • Understand dermatological patterns and how to approach cases of linear skin rash in practice
  • Linear psoriasis, lichen planus and other potential causes of linear plaques in both children and adults
  • Recognise the importance of distribution patterns, patient history, diagnostic techniques (including use of dermoscopy) and potential treatments
  • Potential differential diagnosis and case studies explained for a simpler understanding of the above

 

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 29 mins

Expert: Dr Philip Tong, Dermatologist

 

Recommended Resource:

  • DermAssist by Dermscreen – dermassist.com.au
    DermAssist was created to improve access to specialist dermatologist opinion given the increasing burden of skin diseases including skin cancers in Australia. With the technology-enabled solution, DermScreen dermatologists provide quick clinical opinions on suspicious skin lesions or rashes to the referring clinician.

 

Last Updated: 7 Mar, 2025

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