conditions Flashcards
1
Q
What are forms of an infestation?
A
Lice, Scabies, fleas .
2
Q
indicators of infection
A
Swollen, puss, inflamed area
3
Q
what is fragilitas crinium?
A
When the ends of the hair shaft begin to split.
4
Q
treatment of fragilitas
A
hair cut
5
Q
What is trichorrhexis nodosa?
A
When the hair shaft swells, hardens and splits
6
Q
What is impetigo and is it infectious?
A
A bacterial infection that is found around the mouth that appears like yellow crusty spots and is contagious.
7
Q
what is the scientific term for dandruff?
A
Pityriasis Capitis.
8
Q
What is the scientific term for head lice?
A
Pediculosis Capitis
9
Q
What is seborrhoea?
A
the over production of sebum (oil)
10
Q
What is folliculitis?
A
The inflammation of the hair follicle
