Inflammatory disorders Flashcards
1
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eczema
A
itchy, scaly, wet or dry patches
2
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dermatitis
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inflammatory condition that may consist of eczema, vesicles, and /or papules, caused from coming in contact with an irritant or by ingesting/inhaling and irritant
3
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rosacea
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chronic inflammation condition that appears on the cheeks and nose, papules and pustules may be present.
4
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malar rash
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a ‘butterfly’ red rash along upper cheek and nose, a symptom of lupus
5
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psoriasis
A
autoimmune disease that affects the keratinization process, causes red itchy patches that are covered by white-silver scales.