Skin Disorders/Conditions Mnemonics

Here is a quick mnemonic "PURPURIC " to remember about Purpuric Eruptions RashPurpuric eruptions refer to a type of skin rash characterized by the presence of small purple or red…

Here is a quick mnemonic "NODULES " to remember about Nodular Eruptions RashNodular eruptions can refer to the appearance of nodules on the skin, which are small, solid bumps that…

Here is a quick mnemonic "HIVES " to remember about Urticaria Like Eruptions RashUrticaria, commonly known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by itchy, raised, and red or white…

Here is a quick mnemonic "VARIOLA RASH " to remember about Vesiculobullous Or Pustular Eruptions RashVesiculobullous and pustular eruptions are types of skin rashes characterized by the formation of fluid-filled…

Here is a quick mnemonic "CONFLUENT DESquamative " to remember about Confluent Desquamative Erythemas RashThis can be valuable for patients as well as medical doctors, nurses & students doing their…

Here is a quick mnemonic "ANTHRAX" to remember about Anthrax RashAnthrax is a serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. While it is primarily known for its potential…

Here is a quick mnemonic "TULAREMIA" to remember about Tularemia RashTularemia, also known as rabbit fever or deer fly fever, is a rare infectious disease caused by the bacterium Francisella…

Here is a quick mnemonic "CUTANEOUS" to remember about Cutaneous Small Vessel Vasculitis RashCutaneous small vessel vasculitis (CSVV) is a condition characterized by inflammation of the small blood vessels in the…

Here is a quick mnemonic "THROMBOTIC" to remember about Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura RashThrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP) is a rare blood disorder characterized by the formation of blood clots in small blood…

Here is a quick mnemonic "VIRAL FEVER" to remember about Viral Hemorrhagic Fever RashViral hemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) are a group of severe and potentially life-threatening illnesses caused by several different…

Here is a quick mnemonic "DOPE" to remember about Enteroviral Petechial RashEnteroviral petechial rash refers to a rash characterized by small, flat, pinpoint-sized red or purple spots known as petechiae.…

Here is a quick mnemonic "DISSENT" to remember about Disseminated Gonococcal Infection RashDisseminated gonococcal infection (DGI) is a complication of untreated or inadequately treated gonorrhea, which is a sexually transmitted…

Here is a quick mnemonic "CHRONIC AREA" to remember about Chronic Meningococcemia RashChronic meningococcemia is a rare but serious condition caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis, which can also cause…

Here is a quick mnemonic "FULMINANS" to remember about Purpura Fulminans RashPurpura fulminans is a severe and life-threatening condition characterized by rapidly progressing skin discoloration and necrosis. It is typically associated…

Here is a quick mnemonic "MENINGES" to remember about Acute Meningococcemia RashAcute meningococcemia rash is a skin manifestation caused by an infection with the bacteria Neisseria meningitidis, commonly known as…

Here is a quick mnemonic "ERYTHEMA" to remember about Bacillary Angiomatosis RashBacillary angiomatosis is an infectious disease caused by bacteria called Bartonella henselae or Bartonella quintana. It is primarily seen…

Here is a quick mnemonic "BLUE NODULES" to remember about Sweet Syndrome Rash Sweet syndrome, also known as acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, is a rare inflammatory condition characterized by the…

Here is a quick mnemonic "NODOSUM" to remember about Erythema Nodosum RashErythema nodosum (EN) is a type of skin rash characterized by tender, red bumps or nodules that develop under…

Here is a quick mnemonic "VASCULITIS" to remember about Urticarial Vasculitis RashUrticarial vasculitis is a condition characterized by the presence of both urticarial (hives-like) lesions and inflammation of blood vessels…

Here is a quick mnemonic "IDIOPATHIC" to remember about Stevens-Johnson Syndrome RashStevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS) is a severe and rare disorder that affects the skin and mucous membranes. It is typically…