Skin disease quiz Flashcards
Mycobacterium; loss of feeling & secondary infections
Leprosy
Chronic but good prognosis if caught early, may result in paralysis and/or amputation
Leprosy
Genetic mutation: keratin not tough enough;
Epidermolysis bullosa
Results in severe blisters and breaking of the skin and potential loss of movement
Epidermolysis bullosa
Inflamed black heads and pus filled pimples— scarring
Acne
Oil glands/ hair follicles blocked by dead skin, oil and/or dirt
Acne
flushing and redness
bumps and pimples
Rosacea
Always red cheeks and sometimes visible blood vessles.
Rosacea
Laser treatment/surgical /medicine to get rid of redness
Rosacea
Melanocytes die
maybe genetic
Vitiligo
Patches of skin start to lighten
hair can turn gray/white earlier than expected
Vitiligo
genetic disorder, mutations in 9 genes
also due to long exposure to UVR rays, cigarette smoke and harsh chemicals
xeroderma pigmentosum
Gene mutation: scale like skin
harlequin ichthyosis
decreased join mobility, recessive gene passed down from parents
harlequin ichthyosis
blistering, freckling, dry
sun sensitivity
xeroderma pigmentosum
excessive exposure to silver
person turns bluish/purple
Argyria
silver accumulates in the tissues…laser therapy and avoiding silver
Argyria
strong UV rays, bumps or patches that change in color or size
Skin cancer
freezing/burning or surgically removing it
Skin cancer
prolonged pressure in an area resulting in blood loss
Bed sores
mutations in the melanin producing genes
Albinism
skin grafting, ointments and antibiotics
Bed sores
Itchiness/ dry eyes, skin rashes, flaky skin, inflammation
eczema
common skin condition; weakens skin barrier
eczema
