In this episode:

• Treating scaly erythematous plaques can be straightforward with a thorough history and clinical examination
• The medical causes of scaly erythematous plaques fall into the papulosquamous category of skin diseases, including eczema, psoriasis, and tinea
• Where appropriate, investigate further by taking a fungal scraping; if necessary, a biopsy at the edge of the lesion is advisable
• If the patient is not responding to treatment, consider referring to a dermatologist

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 28 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.

Test your knowledge: Clinical Quick Quiz

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