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Ch 8 - Skin Disorders Flashcards

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First line of defense

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Skin

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Five layers of the epidermidis

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  • stratum basale (base layer)
  • stratum spinosum (spiny layer)
  • stratum granulosum (granular layer)
  • stratum lucidum (clear layer)
  • stratum corneum (horny layer)
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Urticaria

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Hives

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Atopic Dermatitis

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Eczema

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Contact dermatitis

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Allergic dermatitis

Exposure to metals, cosmetics, soaps, chemicals, and plants

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Erythematous

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Reddened

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Edematous

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Swollen

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Pruritus

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Itching

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Atopic

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Refers to an inherited tendency toward allergic conditions

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Psoriasis

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Genetic, chronic inflammatory skin disorder

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Verrucae

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Warts of any kind

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12
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Furuncles

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Boils

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