Physiology & Histology Flashcards
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Hair papillae
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Cone-shaped elevation at the base of the follicle that fits into the hair bulb
2
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Epidermis
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Outermost layer of skin
3
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Dermis
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Support layer of connective tissue, collagen and elastin below the epidermis
4
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Apocrine glands
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Hair follicles found in the underarm and genital area; secrete sweat
5
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Arrector pili muscle
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Hair follicle that cause goosebumps and papillae
6
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Couperose
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Redness; capillaries that have been damaged and are now larger
7
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Hydrolipidic
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Oil-water balance that protects the skins surface
8
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Nevus
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highly pigmented area of the skin that may be raised or flat. Nevus is another term for a mole, birthmark or beauty mark.
9
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Dermatitis
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is the general term for any skin inflammation