Hypertrophies of the Skin Flashcards
1
Q
nevus
A
mole
2
Q
keloid
A
thick scar caused by excessive collagen growth
3
Q
actinic (hyper) keratosis
A
pre-cancerous, appear as red-brown scaly or crusted lesions
4
Q
keratoma
A
callus
5
Q
keratosis pilaris
A
blocked hair follicles cause redness and bumpiness, common on backs of arms
6
Q
xanthoma
A
flat yellowish nodule found around eyes
7
Q
skin tag
A
small outgrowths or extensions of the skin, common in high friction areas
