cancer Flashcards
BASAL CELL CARCINOMA
most common of all cancer types ; including skin cancer
arise from keratinocytes in stratum basale
Squamous cell carcinoma
Second most skin cancer
cancer of keratinocytes of stratum spinosum
malignant melanoma
cancer of Melonocytes
can extend to dermis
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Hemoglobin
Coloration depends on blood flow to dermis
Hemoglobin is what makes your blood red. Without enough of it, your body wouldn’t get the oxygen it needs to function properly.
carotene
Imparts yellowish color to stratum corneum
lack of oxygen tissue usually in high-pressure location . Tissue become necrotic.
decubitus Ulcer
papillary layer
Composed of loose connective tissue
dermal papillae
tactile MEISSNER CORPUSCLES (light touch sensory )
reticular layer
dense, irregular tissue
lamellated pacinian corpuscles
vibration ; pressure
What is the function of the integumentary system?
protection , sensation, temperature
Fillers
adipose tissue collagen Protoglycons injected to wrinkles
botox
Temporarily paralyzed facial muscle
Topical creams
Claim to reduce wrinkles, no effect
How to delay wrinkles
Use sunscreen stay hydrated avoid smoking, avoid sun
Area of increased pigmentation due to proliferation of melanocytes
MOLES!
