Ch 11 - Key terms Flashcards
What does Angiogenesis mean?
the development of blood vessels
What does Callus mean?
Hypertrophy of the horny layer of the epidermis in a localized area as a result of pressure or friction
What does Collagen mean?
a fibrous substance found in skin, tendon, bone, cartilage, and all other connective tissues
What does Comedo (Pl Comedones) mean?
a plug of keratin and sebum within a hair follicle of the skin
What does dermatitis mean?
inflammation of the skin
What does erythema mean?
redness of the skin caused by congestion of the capillaries
What does exudation mean?
leakage of fluid, cells, or cellular debris from blood vesses and their deposition in or on the tissue
What does granulation tissue?
new tissue formed in the healing of wounds of the soft tissue, consisting of connective tissue cells and ingrown young vessels; it ultimately forms a scar
What does integumentary system mean?
pertaining to, or composed of, skin
What does keratolytic mean?
an agent that promotes loosening or separation of the horny layer of the epidermis
What does keratoplastic mean?
an agent that promotes normalization of the development of keratin
What does pruritus mean?
itching
What does pyoderma mean?
any skin disease characterized by the presence or formation of pus
What does seborrhea means?
an increase in scaling of the skin; sebum production may or may not be increased
What does seborrhea oleosa mean?
condition characterized by scaling and excess lipid production that forms brownish yellow clumps, which adhere to the hair and skin
