Chapter 8 - Applied Terminology for the Integumentary System Flashcards
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Allergen
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An allergy producer.
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Carcinoma
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A tumor of cancer.
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Coronary
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Pertaining to a “crown”.
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Dermatitis
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Inflammation of the skin.
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Epidermal
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Pertaining to on/upon the dermis.
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Erythematous
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Pertaining to redness.
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Hypodermic
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Pertaining to below the skin.
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Interdigital
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Pertaining to between toes.
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Intradermal
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Pertaining to within the skin.
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Melanoma
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A tumor of black.
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Onychectomy
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To cut out the nail.
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Perianal
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Pertaining to around the anus.
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Polydactyly
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A state of many toes.
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Pruritus
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The state of itching.
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Pyoderma
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Pus skin.