BSc (Hons), MBBS, MPH, FACD, FAFOEM, Dermatologist, Skin Health Institute, Melbourne, Vic
This is a case study presentation of asymmetrical pruritic eruption and discussion on diagnosis and management.
Most viral exanthems can be distinguished initially on the basis of age, distribution and morphology of the rash without requiring investigations.
Knowledge of the specific dermatoses of pregnancy will assist in diagnosis, management and, importantly, facilitation of timely escalation of care of conditions that can potentially affect the fetus.