Lesson 19 Flashcards
Diseases that are caused by pathogens, following colonization of some body site of the pathogens
Infectious disease
Infectious disease are caused by
Microbes / pathogens
The superficial portion of the skin
Epidermis
The inner layer of the skin, containing blood and lymphatic vessels, etc.
Dermis
Glands in the dermis
Sebaceous glands
An oily substance by sebaceous glands
Sebum
The sac that contains hair shaft
Hair follicle
Inflammation of the hair follicle
Folliculitis
Inflammation of sebaceous gland that opens into a follicle of an eyelash
Stye
A localized pyogenic infection of the skin
Furuncle
A deep seated pyogenic infection of the skin
Carbuncle
A surface lesion that is neither raised or depressed
Macule
A surface lesion that is firmed and raised
Papule
A blister or small fluid filled sac
Vesicle
A pus filled surface lesion
Pustule
Lesions of measles
Macules
Example: lesions of chicken pox
Papule
It is seen in chickenpox and shingles
Vesicle
Three pathways for pathogens to enter the ear
- Through the eustachian tube, from the throat and nasopharynx
- From external ear
- From blood or lymph
What do you call the eardrum
Tympanic membrane
The thin, tough lining that covers the inner wall of the eyelid and the sclera
Conjunctivitis
The domed covering over the iris and lens
Cornea
Inflammation of the cornea
Keratitis
An infection that involves both the cornea and conjunctiva
Keratoconjunctivitis
These includes the paranasal sinuses, nasopharynx, oropharynx, epiglottis, and larynx
Upper Respiratory Tract
It includes the trachea, bronchial tubes, and alveoli of the lungs
Lower Respiratory Tract
It is the most common cause of death from infection diseases
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining of the bronchial tubes
Bronchitis
Combination of bronchitis and pneumonia
Bronchopneumonia
The windpipe of the mouth
Epiglottis
The voice box
Larynx
Inflammation of the larynx
Laryngitis
Pharyngitis is also known as
Sore throat
Strep throat is caused by ________
Streptococcus pyogenes
Inflammation of one or both lungs
Pneumonia
Tooth decay or cavities
Dental caries
What is the common cause of tooth decay
Streptococcus Mutans
Tissues that surround and support the tetth
Periodontium
The large intestine
Colon
Abnormally frequent discharge of semisolid or fluid fecal matter
Diarrhea
Frequent watery stools, accompanied by abdominal pain, fever, and dehydration
Dysentery
Inflammation of the intestine (small intestine)
Enteritis
Inflammatiom of the mucosal lining of the stomach
Gastritiss
