Skin Flashcards
Dermatology
Study of the skin and its diseases
Skin
Skin largest organ of the body
Sebum
Oily substance secreted by sebaceous glands
Epidermidis
Outer layer of the skin
Dermal layer
The outer most layer, directly beneath the epidermidis,
Subcutaneous layer
Inner most layer of the skin, containing fat tissue
Stratum basale
The deepest layer of the epidermidis consisting of stem cells capable of undergoing cell division to form new cells
Stratum spinosum
A layer of the epidermidis that provide strength and flexibility to the skin
Stratum granulosum
A layer of the epidermidis that marks the transition between the deeper, metabolically active strata and the dead cells of the more superficial strata
Stratum lucidum
A layer of the epidermidis found in the thick skin of fingers, Palms, and soles
Stratum corneum
Outermost layer of the epidermidis
Melanocytes
Cells that produce melanin
Hyper pigmentation
Darkened areas of the skin caused by excessive amounts of melanin
Keratinization
The process by which cells form febrile’s of keratin and harden
Squamous cells
Flatten and scale like
Barrier function
Protective barrier of the epidermidis; the corneum and intracellular matrix protect the surface from irritation and dehydration
Papillary layer
Outer layer of the dermis, directly beneath the epidermis
Tactile corpuscles
Small epidermal structures with nerve endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure
Reticular layer
Deeper layer of the dermis that supplies the skin with oxygen and nutrients
Sudorferous glands
Glance that’s a great sweat to the outside of the body; also assist in body temperature regulation
Sebaceous glands
Secrete sebum (oil) into the hair follicles were the hair shaft pass through the dermis
Eumelanin
Produces brown to black pigment in the hair
Pheomelanin
Produces yellow to red pigments in the hair
Sensation
The process by which are sensory receptors and nervous system’s receive and represent stimulus energies from our environment
Heat regulation
Maintaining a body temperature of 98.6 Fahrenheit through the blood and excretion of perspiration
Absorption
The process or action by which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another
Protection
When something is kept safe from outside dangerous
Excretion
The process by which wastes are removed from the body, toxins in sweat
Secretion
The substance produced by Glen Royal, sweat
Rosacea
A chronic condition that appears primarily on the cheeks and nose and is characterized by flushing
Wheal
An itchy, swollen lesion that typically lasts only a few hours
Cicatrix
Another name for a scar
Cyst
And abnormal develop sac, above or below the skin, that contains pass, semi fluid, or morbid matter
Bulla
A blister containing a watery fluid, similar to a vesicle, but larger
Psoriasis
Skin disease characterized by red patches, covered with silver white scales
Dermatitis
A term used to indicate an inflammatory condition of the skin
Skin tag
A small brown or flesh color outgrowth of the skin
Anhidrosis
Deficiency and perspiration
Bromhidrosis
Foul smelling perspiration
Milia
Benign, keratin filled cyst that can appear just under the epidermidis
Tumor
An abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape, and color
Scale
An accumulation of epidermal flakes dry or greasy
Closed comedones
Technical term for whiteheads
Sebaceous cyst
Often seen on the scalp
Seborrheic dermatitis
A skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands, often characterized by redness, dryer oily scaling, crusting, or itchiness
Fissyre
A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis
Keratoma
An acquired, superficial patch of thickened skin
Herpes Symplex one
What current virus infection, commonly called fever blisters
Lentigines
Technical term for freckles
Irritant contact dermatitis
A typically non-chronic condition that may occur when substances like corrosive or exfoliating agents temporarily damage the epidermis
Children under the age of ( ) should not be exposed to the sun
Six months
Approximately () Percent of the aging is caused by the rays of the sun
80 to 85%
And abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape, And color Is a ()
Tumor
Shorter rays that stop penetration at the base of the epidermidis are known as () rays
UVB
An accumulation of epidermal flakes, dry or greasy, is known as ()
Scale
A small discolored spot or patch on the surface of the skin, such as a freckle is a ()
Macule
As we age elastin fibers naturally (), causing wrinkling
Weaken
Eight closed, abnormally develop sack, containing fluid, semi fluid, or morbid matter above or below the skin is a ()
Cyst
The weakening of collagen and elastic fibers occurs at a faster rate when the skin is frequently exposed to () without proper protection
UVA rays
A chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose which is characterized by redness, dilation of the blood vessels, and the formation of Papilles and pastules is known as ()
Rosacea
() Play an important role in the skin health, often aiding and healing, softening and fighting diseases of the skin
Disinfectants
And irruptive skin infection caused by contact with irritating substances such as chemicals or tints is ()
Dermatitis venenata
A condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin, in spots that are not elevated is known as ()
Chloasma
Escape disorder characterized by light abnormal patches and is caused by burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells is called ()
Leukoderma
The American Cancer Society recommends using the ABC DE cancer checklist to help make skin cancer easier to recognize, with the aid representing a symmetry, the be representing border, the sea representing (), the D representing diameter, and the E representing evolving
Color
The technical term for a birthmark is ()
Nevus
Albinism
Congenital hypo pigmentation, or absence of melanin pigment of the body, including the skin, hair and eyes
Allergic contact dermatitis
Abbreviated a cd; An allergy to an ingredient or chemical, usually caused by repeated skin contact with a chemical
Anaerobic
Cannot survive in the presence of oxygen
Anhydrosis
Deficiency and perspiration, often a result of fever or certain skin diseases
Basal cell carcinoma
Most common and Lee severe type of skin cancer; often characterized by light or purely nodules
Bulla
Large blister containing a watery fluid; similar to a vesicle but larger
Chloasma
Also known as liver spots; condition characterized by hyper pigmentation on the skin in spots that are not elevated
Conjunctivitis
Also known as Pink Guy; common bacterial infection of the ice; extremely contagious
Callus
A callus is a type of keratoma
Hormonal
Acne is affected by both genetic and hormonal factors
Follicles
Non-comedogenic products are specifically designed not to clog the follicles
Epidermis
Irritant contact dermatitis occurs when irritating substances temporary damage to the dermis
Signs of infection
Number one team number two redness number three swelling number four fever number five throbbing number six discharge services should not be given when an infection is present
Etiology
Study of the causes of diseases
Pathology
Study of the disease
Prognosis
Medical opinion of the outcome of a condition
Occupational disorders
Occur in different types of employment; allergic reaction to certain chemicals or cosmetics
Symptoms
Signs of disease divided into two categories
Subjective: does he feel (itching, burning, or pain)
Objective: those you see (pimples or inflammation)
Skin lesions
Are abnormal changes in the structure of an organ or tissue
Lesions are divided into three categories
Primary secondary and tertiary
Cosmetologist are only concerned with
Primary and secondary lesions
