Integumentary System – Armando Hasudungan

Dermatomyositis Overview

Armando Faigl March 11, 2024 No Comments

Dermatomyositis is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the skin and muscles, resulting in distinctive rashes and muscle weakness. The disease involves the production of specific antibodies that mistakenly…

Understanding Inflammatory Myopathies – Dermatomyositis, Polymyositis, Antisynthetase syndrome

Armando Faigl March 9, 2024 No Comments

Inflammatory myopathies are a group of autoimmune diseases characterized by inflammation of the muscles, leading to muscle weakness and atrophy. The two most commonly recognized types are dermatomyositis and polymyositis.…

Monkeypox virus overview

Armando Faigl August 6, 2022 No Comments

Learn about the Monkeypox virus, a zoonotic infection related to smallpox that causes fever, rash, and lymphadenopathy. This video explains its transmission, symptoms, clinical course, and current strategies for diagnosis,…

Calcineurin Inhibitors (Tacrolimus and Cyclosporine) IL2 – Mechanism of action, adverse effects

Armando Faigl March 23, 2020 No Comments

Calcineurin inhibitors such as tacrolimus and cyclosporine are immunosuppressants. They are used mainly to prevent organ transplant rejection in combination with mycophenolate and steroids as well used in severe atopic…

DRESS Syndrome (drug related eosinophilia) – causes, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, treatment

Armando Faigl November 10, 2019 No Comments

Learn about DRESS Syndrome (Drug Reaction with Eosinophilia and Systemic Symptoms), a severe drug-induced hypersensitivity reaction involving multiple organs. This video explains its causes, immune-mediated pathophysiology, hallmark clinical signs like…

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) – signs and symptoms, pathophysiology, investigations, treatment

Armando Faigl March 29, 2019 No Comments

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a complex autoimmune disease that affects multiple organs with symptoms like fatigue, rash, and joint pain. This video explains its underlying pathophysiology, diagnostic approaches, and…

Polyarteritis Nodosa and Kawasaki Disease (Medium Vessel Vasculitis) – Symptoms, pathophysiology

Armando Faigl March 11, 2019 No Comments

Polyarteritis Nodosa and Kawasaki Disease are types of medium vessel vasculitis with distinct clinical presentations and vascular involvement. This video explores their key symptoms, underlying pathophysiology, and differences in disease…

Spinal Cord – Clinical Anatomy and Physiology (dermatomes, blood supply, shingles, lumbar puncture)

Armando Faigl January 1, 2019 No Comments

Learn the key clinical anatomy and physiology of the spinal cord, including dermatomes, vascular supply, and procedures like lumbar puncture. This video also explains conditions such as shingles and their…

Introduction to Skin Anatomy and Physiology

Armando Faigl April 16, 2018 No Comments

Explore the basic structure and function of the skin, the body’s largest organ and first line of defense. This video introduces key skin layers, cell types, and physiological roles in…

Impetigo Bacterial Skin Infection – Overview (Clinical Presentation, Pathophysiology, Treatment)

Armando Faigl April 16, 2018 No Comments

This video explains impetigo, a contagious superficial bacterial skin infection, focusing on its clinical presentation, underlying pathophysiology, and effective treatment options. Perfect for learners seeking a concise overview of staphylococcal…

System: Integumentary System