the integumentary system Flashcards
1
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papilloma
A
benign, lobed epithelial growth caused by papillomavirus
2
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hyperkeratosis
A
hypertrophy of the stratum corneum
3
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pyoderma
A
any purulent skin disease
4
Q
abscess
A
localized pocket of purulent material
5
Q
comedo
A
buildup of sebum and keratin in a pore
6
Q
sebaceous cyst
A
cysts containing keratin and sebum
7
Q
atopy
A
type 1 hypersensistivity reaction to environmental allergens causing pruritis with secondary dermatitis
8
Q
cerumen
A
waxy substance secreted by sebaceous and apocrine glands in the ear canal
9
Q
alopecia
A
hair loss or failure to grow hair
10
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cellulitis
A
inflammation of connective tissue, typically the hypodermis
11
Q
ungulates
A
hoofed animals
12
Q
carpal pad
A
pad on the palmar surface of the carpus
13
Q
pediculosis
A
louse infestation
14
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seborrhea
A
abnormal flaking or scaling of the epidermis
15
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pruritis
A
itching
