Pediatric Dermatology – DERM 2025 | Exam Q&A (40+) | Urticaria, Varicella, Kawasaki, HSP

This document provides over 40 clinically relevant and exam-verified questions and answers from the Pediatric Dermatology section of the DERM 2025 course at Foster University. It serves as a high-yield study tool for medical and allied health students preparing for pediatric, dermatologic, or general medicine exams, with a focus on inflammatory, infectious, autoimmune, and vascular skin conditions commonly seen in children. Core topics include hypersensitivity and allergic reactions (e.g., Urticaria, Angioedema, Anaphylaxis), viral exanthems (Varicella, Measles, Rubella, Fifth’s Disease, Roseola), and infectious conditions like Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease and Meningococcemia. The document also covers autoimmune and systemic pediatric diseases with dermatologic manifestations, such as Guttate Psoriasis, Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dermomyositis, and Kawasaki Disease. Vascular and purpuric disorders like Henoch-Schönlein Purpura are presented with clinical clues, diagnostic workups, and treatment options. Each answer is clearly stated and up-to-date with current treatment protocols, making the content reliable for exam review and clinical application. This resource is particularly suitable for: Medical students (MD/DO) Physician assistant (PA) students Pediatric nursing students Students preparing for USMLE Step 1 or 2 CK Learners in pediatric dermatology, immunology, or infectious disease rotations Keywords: urticaria, angioedema, anaphylaxis, guttate psoriasis, varicella, measles, rubella, fifth’s disease, roseola, neurofibromatosis, HSP, kawasaki disease, hand foot mouth disease, dermomyositis, meningococcemia, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, pediatric rash, pediatric dermatology, DERM 2025, Foster University