2nd order laboratory parameters – depending on the results of the history, physical examination and obligatory laboratory parameters – for differential diagnostic clarification. Inflammatory parameters – CRP (C-reactive protein). Infectious serology Skin biopsy
Medical device diagnosis is usually not required.
The following symptoms and complaints may indicate a pustule or pustules (pustule): Leading symptoms Raised skin change < 0.5 cm Filled with yellowish fluid Warning signs (Red flags) Anamnestic information: Immunosuppressive therapy + herpes simplex or herpes zoster (shingles) → think of: Severe form with dissemination (“distribution over the whole body or certain body regions”) … Pustule (Pustule): Symptoms, Complaints, Signs
Medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of pustules or pustules (pustules). Family history What is the general health of your relatives? Are there any diseases in your family that are common? Are there any hereditary diseases in your family? Social history What is your profession? Are you exposed … Pustule (Pustule): Medical History
Skin and subcutaneous (L00-L99). Acne inversa (also spelled acne inversa; synonyms: Acne tetrade; hidradenitis suppurativa (misleading term because the disease originates in the sebaceous glands and terminal hair follicles rather than the sweat glands), pyodermia fistulans sinifica, sweat gland abscess) – chronic inflammatory and episodic skin disease; preferred sites of manifestation are submammary (“below the … Pustule (Pustule): Or something else? Differential Diagnosis
A comprehensive clinical examination is the basis for selecting further diagnostic steps: General physical examination – including blood pressure, pulse, body weight, height; furthermore: Inspection (viewing). Skin, mucous membranes and sclerae (white part of the eye).
