Wood's Lamp Examination

I am surprised that not many have tried, discussed or shown much interest with a Wood's lamp Examination. It is a great tool to add to your examination arsenal to look at the patient completely undressed from head to toe. If you do not know what a Wood's lamp is or what it looks like, just google it! It is a Ultraviolet Light with a built in magnifying glass. Even if you don't know what the hell you are looking for, just pretend.

But, This device is VERY useful for those who take MedFet more seriously and for Doctor's and Dermatologists to examine the skin in diagnosing Porphyria, Fungal and Bacterial Infections. Even for rare genetic pathologies, it is great for seeing some skin changes and markings like Cafe-au-Lait Spots that are trademark signs to the trained eye in identifying very rare Genetic Conditions Such as NF Neurofibromas, or other rare conditions like Tuberous Sclerosis which use a Wood's Lamp to see skin changes not commonly seen to the naked eye.

I have one and as soon as I get the opportunity, I will share some photos here.

How about some Kudos please 😃

That's definitely something that would be thrilling to add to a MedFet exam! I think it'd bc really exhilarating to stand totally naked in the exam room while the doc looks over your entire body. I can almost here it now, "please life up your arm over your head. Thank you.." or "just bend over at your waist and spread your buttocks for me...."

...or

"Please spread your legs shoulder-width apart"

OH, my goodness... yes, please.

EVERYBODY PLEASE READ: UV light can be harmful. Always have your patient wear UV blocking goggles, even if they complain that they cannot see what you are doing. For yourself, be sure that you wear glasses which cover a large area around your eye and with lenses that block UV-A and UV-B radiation.

UV light causes sunburn! Do not expose a patient to a Woods Lamp for prolonged periods!

Nice idea ! Does this kind of examination also happens in real life ?

StephenS Thank you for stating that - It has similar risks as a tanning Bed and should not be used for long. Overall, it should be a very quick exam with the eyes protected or closed.

Remko Yes, this type of exam does happen in real life and is most commonly used by Dermatologists and Cosmetologists specializing in Skin care.

No matter what sexual things or MedFet you participate in, one should ALWAYS use extreme caution. Don't ever engage in using any instrument or something you aren't familiar with. If you don't know, do not do it unless you learn what you are doing.

Hmmm... Sounds like a great way for the playdoc to give his playpatient melanoma all over their body! Heads up... melanoma DOES KILL!!!