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Primary Skin Disorders Flashcards

1
Q

What is the name for the skin disorder with white patches that suddenly appear on skin because of melanocytes?

A

VITILIGO

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What is the name for the genetic skin disorder with complete o partial congenital absence of pigment in hair, skin and eyes?

A

ALBINISM

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Define nystagmus, one sensitivity of albinism?

A

EYES MOVING QUICKLY

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Name the skin disorder characterized by darkened flat macules on the face?

A

CHLOASMA
aka
MELASMA

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Which areas of the face are targeted by chloasma?

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CHEEKS, TEMPLES, FOREHEAD

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__________ is a relatively common fungal infection invading dead keratinized tissue that is contagious.

A

TINEA

RINGWORM

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