medications and procedures

Question 1

antiperspirant

Answer 1

a compound that is applied topically to prevent or reduce sweating

Question 2

antipruritic

Answer 2

an agent that controls itching

Question 3

barrier cream

Answer 3

a cream that will be applied to the skin to prevent the tissue from allergens and other threats

Question 4

bioposy

Answer 4

a procedure a doctor will perform to surgically remove tissue from the skin

Question 5

calamine

Answer 5

a medicated lotion compound; the material is applied to the skin to dry out areas that may be irritated

Question 6

debridement

Answer 6

the removal of damaged tissue from a wound; may include the use of enzymes or the use of a surgical tool depending on the condition

Question 7

deodorant

Answer 7

a prominent type of antiperspirant

Question 8

electrolysis

Answer 8

a process for hair removal; an electric current is applied to the unwanted hair follicle; the follicle will shrink over time as multiple treatments are performed

Question 9

epilation

Answer 9

the removal of hair by the root; an epilator is used to gather the hair and remove it from the follicle

Question 10

exfoliation

Answer 10

a process where a layer of skin is removed

Question 11

rhytidectomy

Answer 11

a face-lift procedure