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Skin Cancer Flashcards

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1
Q

What are the main categories of skin cancer?

A

Melanoma

Non-melanoma

  • BCC
  • SCC
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What are the functions of skin?

A 
Barrier protection 
Immune system 
Aesthetics
Thermoregulation 
Sensory organ
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What are the layers of the skin? (superficial to deep)

A

Epidermis
Dermis
Hypodermis

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What are the layers of the epidermis? (superficial to deep)

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Stratum corneum 
Stratum lucidum 
Stratum granulosum 
Stratum spinosum 
Stratum basale
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How do you take a skin history?

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Lesion

  • duration
  • change in size/shape/colour
  • bleeding/itching

PMHx

  • other conditions
  • previous skin cancer
  • risk factors for skin cancer

Medications

  • antiplatelets/cogaulants
  • immunosuppressants
  • allergies

SHx

  • smoking
  • occupation

FHx

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How do you examine a skin lesion?

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Lesion

  • size
  • nodular/plaque
  • edges
  • pigmentation
  • mobility

Lymph nodes

Photography

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