E.S. is a 15-year-old girl brought to the clinic for the fourth time in the last year with an inflammatory set of lesions on her back and chest, These lesions are surrounded by normal skin. They are highly irritated and the client complains that she can barely stand to wear clothing over these areas. The client's mother states that this runs in the family.
Case Questions
- Considering the signs and symptoms presented what is the likely diagnosis for E.S.?
- What is the underlying pathophysiology of this inflammatory process?
- What are the comorbidities for this disorder?
- How is this disorder treated, and what is the rationale for using these specific treatments?