Skin Disorders

Question 1

What is herpes simplex commonly known as?

Answer 1

Cold sore

Question 2

What is the cause of herpes simplex?

Answer 2

Virus

Question 3

Can a facial treatment go ahead if the client has herpes simplex?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

What is the technical name for shingles?

Answer 4

Herpes Zoster

Question 5

This is an infection of the hair follicle caused by staphylococcus aureus

Answer 5

Furuncle

Question 6

This disorder starts as raised red areas that form into blisters, followed by honey-coloured crusts. Commonly found on the face.

Answer 6

Impetigo

Question 7

This is a fungal condition of the body

Answer 7

Tinea corporis

Question 8

Where would you find Tinea pedis?

Answer 8

On the feet

Question 9

Where would a stye commonly be found?

Answer 9

The eye

Question 10

What causes Tinea Pedis and Tinea Corporis?

Answer 10

Fungus

Question 11

Name two infestation

Answer 11

Pediculosis (body lice)
Sarcoptes scabiei (Scabies)

Question 12

When would eczema become a contra-indication?

Answer 12

When it is severe and the skin is open

Question 13

Are eczema and psoriasis contagious?

Answer 13

No

Question 14

How would you describe psoriasis?

Answer 14

Scaly white/pearly patches

Question 15

What is hyper-keratosis?

Answer 15

Thickening of the skin caused by an excessive amount of keratin.

Question 16

What are ephilides commonly known as?

Answer 16

Freckles

Question 17

Where are you likely to find lentigines?

Answer 17

On the hands, face and chest of mature clients.

Question 18

What is the cause of lentigines?

Answer 18

Caused by an abnormality in the melanin production.

Question 19

What pigmentation disorder is characterised by white patches due to melanocytes being destroyed

Answer 19

Vitiligo