228) 48 hours after Er:YAG laser resurfacing a diffuse eruption with small papules developed. Cultures were negative. A potassium hydroxide examination was negative for yeast.
A Tzanck smear is positive. The BEST treatment in this particular patient is
A. Topical corticosteroids
B. Acyclovir p.o.
C. Topical hydroquinone
D. Ciprofloxacin p.o.
E. Amoxicilin-clavulanic acid p.o.
REFERENCES & ANSWER
Carniol P. J., Harmon C. B.: Laser Facial Resurfacing, Chapter 21 in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Thieme Medical Publishers, second edition (Ira Papel, editor) p. 246, 2002
228) B Acyclovir p.o.
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