1.

A 2 year old child has developed intensely pruritic erythematous papules with serous exudates on
the face, scalp and extensor surfaces of hands. Excoriation is present. What is the most common
complication of the condition?
a. Warts'
b. Eczema herpeticum
c. Recurrent staph. Infections
d. Molluscum contagiosum

2. An 18 month child is brought in for a well-baby checkup. His mother tells you that he is doing well
and walks on his own. But she has concerns about a whitish left pupil and reports that he would
often bump into things. The physician notes a whitish eye reflex from his left eye. Family history is
positive for osteosarcoma. Liver and spleen span are normal, the rest of physical examination is
normal. The childs developmental milestones were normal. What is the most likely diagnosis?
a. Retinoblastoma
b. Congenital Cataract
c. Vitreous hemorrhage
d. Retinal detachment








The answer is b
The clinical scenario describes a child with atopic dermatitis. The most common
complication of atopic dermatitis is eczema herpeticum.