Kera & Derma Flashcards
Dermal
Of or pertaining to the skin
Dermatoautoplasty
Autografting of skin taken from another part of the patients body
Keratoderma
A horny skin or covering
Keratiasis
The presence of horny warts on the skin
Deratome
An instrument for cutting the skin or cutting thin transplants
Dermatologist
Specialist in the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases
Dermomycosis
Any fungus disease of the skin
Dermatophobia
A morbid fear of acquiring a skin disease
Keratoma
A tumor or growth or horny tissue
Keratogenous
Producing cells that result in the formation of horny tissue such as fingernails
Dermatosis
Any generalized skin disease
Dermatoconiosis
An occupational dermatitis cause by irritation by dust
Dermatitis
Inflammation of the skin
Dermatorrhea
Secretion of sweat glands of the skin
Keratoid
Like or resembling a horny skin