IHUMAN CASE ANALYSIS WEEK #4
INCLUDES HPI, PE, DIFFERENTIAL
DIAGNOSIS, AND MANAGEMENT PLAN |
EXPERT FEEDBACK | LATEST 2025/2026
CASE STUDY!
Here's a comprehensive human case study for a 25-year-old male presenting with a skin
problem, including:
• PE (Physical Examination)
• Differential Diagnosis
• HPI (History of Present Illness)
• Management Plan
Patient Case Study
Patient: John M., 25-year-old male
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
BMI: 25.1 (Overweight range)
Weight: 180 lbs (81.8 kg)
, Chief Complaint:
"I've had this itchy, red rash on my arms and chest for the past few weeks."
1. HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS (HPI)
John is a previously healthy 25-year-old male who presents with a 3-week history of an itchy,
red, scaly rash primarily affecting his upper arms, chest, and back. He reports that the rash
began as small red spots and gradually spread, becoming more irritated and flaky.
• Itching: Moderate to severe; worse after showering and at night.
• No new soaps, detergents, or lotions.
• No recent travel or animal contact.
• No pain, no systemic symptoms (fever, fatigue, joint pain).
• No personal or family history of psoriasis, eczema, or autoimmune disorders.
No similar symptoms in household contacts.
Past Medical History: Unremarkable
Medications: None
Allergies: NKDA
Social History:
• Non-smoker
• Works as a graphic designer (indoor, sedentary job)
• Lives alone
• Occasional alcohol
INCLUDES HPI, PE, DIFFERENTIAL
DIAGNOSIS, AND MANAGEMENT PLAN |
EXPERT FEEDBACK | LATEST 2025/2026
CASE STUDY!
Here's a comprehensive human case study for a 25-year-old male presenting with a skin
problem, including:
• PE (Physical Examination)
• Differential Diagnosis
• HPI (History of Present Illness)
• Management Plan
Patient Case Study
Patient: John M., 25-year-old male
Height: 5'11" (180 cm)
BMI: 25.1 (Overweight range)
Weight: 180 lbs (81.8 kg)
, Chief Complaint:
"I've had this itchy, red rash on my arms and chest for the past few weeks."
1. HISTORY OF PRESENT ILLNESS (HPI)
John is a previously healthy 25-year-old male who presents with a 3-week history of an itchy,
red, scaly rash primarily affecting his upper arms, chest, and back. He reports that the rash
began as small red spots and gradually spread, becoming more irritated and flaky.
• Itching: Moderate to severe; worse after showering and at night.
• No new soaps, detergents, or lotions.
• No recent travel or animal contact.
• No pain, no systemic symptoms (fever, fatigue, joint pain).
• No personal or family history of psoriasis, eczema, or autoimmune disorders.
No similar symptoms in household contacts.
Past Medical History: Unremarkable
Medications: None
Allergies: NKDA
Social History:
• Non-smoker
• Works as a graphic designer (indoor, sedentary job)
• Lives alone
• Occasional alcohol
