Skin diseases and disorders Flashcards
Miliaria Rubra (inflammation of sweat glands) is also known as
prickly heat
Black or dark patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture characterize
malignant melanoma
Genetic aging, gravity, and facial expressions are examples of what aging factor
intrinsic
What is an example of a secondary skin lesion
Keloid
Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure
sensitization
Another name for nevus
birthmark
Leave on acne treatment that helps shed cellular debris, but also kills acne bacteria
benzoyl peroxide
Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by
red, flaky skin
Primary lesion frequently seen in cases of severe acne
cyst
2 major factors of acne
heredity and hormones
Squamous cell carcinoma is characterized by
scaly red papules or nodules
When the sebum of a comedo is exposed it oxidizes producing
Black heads
Benign, keratin filled cysts that appear under the epidermis and have no visible openings
Pustules
Poison ivy and poison oak produce
vesicles
Thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
Keloid
An open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body, accompanied by pus/skin depth is
ulcer
A solid bump larger than 1cm that can be easy felt
nodule
superficial, thickened patch of epidermis commonly known as a callus is a
keratoma
Cicatrix is also known as a
scar
Raised, inflamed bump thats sore due to the pressure of swelling
papule
Sun causes what % of aging
80-85
Rays known as the aging rays
UVA rays
Foul smelling perspiration caused by bacteria is
bromhidrosis
Most common and least severe type of skin cancer
basal cell carcinoma
