Chapter 16 - Skin Neoplasms — Benign Flashcards
1
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What is a callus?
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- An increased growth of cells in keratin layer of epidermis due to friction against the skin
2
Q
What is a keloid?
A
- Hypertrophied, thickened scar after trauma or surgery
3
Q
What is Keratosis?
A
- thickened area of epidermis – crusty like spots on the skin
4
Q
What is Leukoplakia?
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- white, thickened patches on tongue or cheek – canker sores
5
Q
What is Nevus (pl. nevi)?
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- pigmented lesion
6
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What is Verruca?
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- warts caused by virus- which you can use Cryogenic Surgery to have them removed
7
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What is Basal cell carcinoma (BCC)?
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- the most common form of skin cancer and the most frequently occurring form of all cancers
