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Acne

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inflammation in the sebaceous glands and hair follicles– the issues develops as oil is backed up in parts of the tissues

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Acne Conglobata

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severe acne (cystic acne)– acne is chronic and will produce intense cysts that go deep into the skin

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Acne Keloid

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a disorder where a secondary infection will develop in scarring

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Acrodermatitis

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inflammation in the skin in the hands and feet

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Actinic Keratosis

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a pre-cancerous patch of skin (scaly/thick)

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Actinomycosis

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a bacterial disease that is caused by the Actinomyces species

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Adenocarcinoma

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cancer that starts in the body’s glands and will transfer to other parts of the body

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Albinism

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a generic condition where a person’s skin, hair, or eyes do not have any or very little color

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Algid

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cold skin associated with malaria

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Aloe

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a juice that comes from the aloe plant leaf

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Alopecia

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a condition where the immune system attacks the scalp’s hair follicles

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Anetoderma

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a benign form of dermatosis that is triggered by a loss of dermal elastic tissue

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Angioedema

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a form of swelling that develops in the dermis or subcutaneous tissues

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Angiokeratoma

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a benign lesion of capillaries– a condition results in several red and blue marks on the skin

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Angioma

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a benign tumor that includes blood vessels and lymph nodes

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Angiomyoma

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a benign smooth muscle tumor– condition develops in the vessel walls in the body

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Antiperspirant

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a compound that is applied topically to prevent or reduce sweating

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Antipruritic

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an agent that controls itching– a topical compound in most cases

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Apocrine Glands

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sweat glands that can be found in the hairiest areas of the body

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Argyria

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a condition that develops due to excess exposure to silver dust or the silver element

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Barrier Cream

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a cream that will be applied to the skin to prevent the tissue from allergens and other threats

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Basal Cell Carcinoma

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a malignant form of skin cancer

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Biopsy

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a procedure a doctor will perform to surgically remove tissue from the skin– the process allows some of the skin to be examined to identify any possible growths or other abnormalities

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Birthmark

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a benign spot that appears at birth– the spot appears due to blood vessels growing more than needed

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Blackhead

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a small bit of fatty material that develops in the sebaceous gland in the skin (may be found in a clogged hair follicle)

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Blister

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a growth of watery fluid that builds up within or under the epidermis

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Boil

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a tender spot on the skin that is associated w/ acne

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Bruise

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a type of contusion that appears on the skin due to a form of trauma

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Bulla

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a blister that is at least 5 millimeters in diameter

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Burn

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an injury that is produced due to outside material–can be triggered by extreme heat or cold conditions

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Calamine

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a medicated lotion compound – dry outs areas that may be irritated

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Capillary Hemangioma

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known as strawberry birthmark– a benign tumor develops due to a series of capillaries growing more than normal

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Carbuncle

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a red series of pus-filled bumps and boils

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Cellulitis

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a bacterial skin infection– may develop as a red and swollen area that will feel hot and tender when you touch it

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Chafing

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irritation to the skin that is triggered by a surface rubbing on the area

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Chancre

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a syphilis sore– sore appears around the site where the infection started

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Chancroid

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a bacterial disease that is transmitted through sexual contact (also called a venereal ulcer)

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Chapping

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a process where the skin starts to become dry and cracked

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Chigger

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known as a berry bug– a red-tinted arachnid that can transfer a skin rash

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Chloasma

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a condition where brown patches start to develop on the face– patches are benign

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Cicatrix

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a scar that appears on the skin after a wound heals– scar develops due to the skin cells not functioning or dividing normally in the area of the injury

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Comedo

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another word for a blackhead or clogged hair follicle (most common acne-related concern)

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Complexion

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the general appearance of one’s face skin

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Contusion

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an injury triggered by a blow to the body that will not break the skin (also known as a bruise)

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Dander

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a material that the body sheds– the body will develop mainly along the scalp

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Dandruff

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shedding of scaly and dry skin cells from the scalp

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Debridement

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the removal of damaged tissue from a wound

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DEET

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diethyltoluamide–oily compound that works as an insect repellent

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Deodorant

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a prominent types of antiperspirant

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Dermatitis

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inflammation in the skin

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Dermis

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a layer of connective tissue that appears under the epidermis

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Desmosome

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a structure in the body that includes two adjacent cells that connect to each other

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Diaper Rash

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a concern that may develop in babies and infants– a dermatitis that appears on the thighs and buttocks

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Diaphoresis

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sweating

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Dysplastic Nevus

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an unusual-looking mole– irregular shape and no defined border

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Ecchymosis

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discoloration of the skin

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Eccrine Gland

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sweat glands

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Eczema

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inflammation in the skin that causes irritation and redness

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Electrolysis

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a process for hair removal– electric current is applied to the unwanted hair follicle

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Epidermis

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the surface part of the skin–outside layer that is the primary source of protection for the body to prevent possible damages or threats to the skin

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Epilation

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the removal of hair by the root

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Epithelium

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the cells that line hollow organs and glands

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Erysipelas

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a skin infection– the bacterial infection will develop due to the Streptococcus bacteria getting on a scratch or other space

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Erythema

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a form of skin inflammation– condition develops in the fatty parts of the skin

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Erythrasma

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an intense type of bacterial infection that can develop along the skin’s folds

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Erythroderma

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reddening of the skin

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Eschar

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a dead tissue piece that is shed from the skin after a burn or another infection

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Exanthem

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a rash that occurs with a fever, malaise, and a headache

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Exanthema

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an eruption that develops on the skin– a sign of disease

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Excoriation

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a mental illness relating to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)– causes a person to constantly pick at the skin

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Exfoliation

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a process where a layer of skin is removed

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Exfoliative Dermatitis

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significant scaling along the skin– condition can cause itching and redness

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Flush

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a blushing effect

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Follicle

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a secretory cavity (sac or gland)

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Folliculitis

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an infection in the hair follicle

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Furuncles

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a boil that can develop in a hair follicle (may be caused by a bacterial or fungal infection)

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Granuloma

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a tissue that is produced due to an infection or inflammation– may caused by a foreign substance that develops within the body

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Hair Follicle

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a follicle that will support the production of hair

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Halitosis

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breath odor that develops due to improper oral hygiene

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Hematoma

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a collection of blood outside of blood vessels that develops due to an injury to the wall of a blood vessel (known as a bruise)

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Hidrocystoma

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a sweat gland cyst

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Hidrosis

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the body’s natural production of sweat

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Hidrotic

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relating to sweating

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Hirsutism

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when a woman develops excess hair growth (includes hair around the legs, arms, and face)

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Hyalin

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a clear material produced in the body as a result of connective tissue dying

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Hyperhydrosis

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excess sweating

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Hyperpigmentation

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a condition where parts of the skin may become darker in tone than other parts of the skin

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Hypertrichosis

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hair growth that develops in various locations

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Hypohydrosis

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a disorder where a person does not experience much sweating

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Hypotrichosis

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a condition where a person does not have enough hair on their body

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Ichthyosis

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a series of skin disorders that are noted by dry or thick skin

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Impetigo

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(school sores) the condition develops in children and appears as red sores around the face–contagious

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Intertrigo

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inflammation produced in the warm and moist parts of the body including area around the groin and between skin folds or under the breasts

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Intraductal Papilloma

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benign tumors in the breasts ducts

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Iodine

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a nonmetallic element– compound is used as a topical solution to prevent infections

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Keloid

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a growth of scar tissue around a wound– a tissue may inhibit the functionality of the impacted area

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Keratosis

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a growth of skin that may feel horny and hollo

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Koilonychia

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a disease that develops in the fingernails– nails will become thin and develop concave shapes

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Labial

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relating to the lip

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Lentigo

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a pigmented spot on the skin

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Lichen

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a common skin disease that has small bumps or pimples occurring close together

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Liniments

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liquids that produce heat– the liquid is applied to the skin and may help relieve pains or irritation

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Lipedema

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a condition where fatty tissues develop on the legs– the symmetric enlargement develops as fat deposits beneath the skin

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Lipoma

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benign growth of fatty cells

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Lupus

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an inflammatory condition that does not have an cures, although treatments may help reduce the risk of flare-ups

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Macule

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a change in the color of something– the change is a spot becoming darker on the skin

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Malignant Melanoma

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a dangerous type of skin cancer that involves a series of neoplasms that develop around the body

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Melanin

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a natural pigment in the body that turns skin to a dark tone

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Melanosis

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a condition where melanin production becomes too excessive

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Micrococcus

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a bacteria with cells up to 3 micrometers in diameter

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Mite

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a small spider-like insect– may be a parasite on human skin

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Necrobiotic Disorder

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a disorder that involves collagen in the dermis being destroyed– may be due to some collagen bundles swelling or deteriorating

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Necrotizing Fasciitis

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a bacterial infection known as flesh-eating disease– impact to soft tissue will develop when group A Streptococcus bacteria, or the flesh-eating bacteria, enters the body

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Neurodermatitis

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a condition loosely related to eczema– develops as an itchy patch of skin that becomes worse when a patient scratches

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Nevus

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a skin issue that is noticeable at birth– birthmark or mole

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Ochronosis

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discoloration of body tissues– develops into a metabolic disorder in the body

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Onychocryptosis

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an ingrown toenail

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Onychomycosis

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a nail fungus

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Pallor

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a pale appearance (white look to skin)

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Panniculitis

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inflammation in the adipose tissue, particularly of the skin

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Papilloma

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a benign tumor in the skin or in a mucous membrane

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Papule

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a raised lesion on the body– effect of a skin condition and will have a significant border defining its shape

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Paronychia

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an infection in the skin near a nail– infection may develop in the area under the nail and can include an intense and bright red spot with a raised area

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Pediculosis

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an infestation of lice

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Pemphigus

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an autoimmune disorder– the immune system will attack healthy cells around the skin triggering blisters and sores

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Perleche

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a crack that appears at the corners of the mouth

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Petechiae

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a series of patches that develop on a mucous membrane– patches are red and small in size

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Piloerection

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when the hairs on the skin erect– the hairs will stand up on the skin while a few raised bumps may also appear along those hairs

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Pilonidal Sinus

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a cyst or sinus with hair

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Pinta

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a bacterial skin disease that is more likely to be found in tropical parts of the Americas

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Pityriasis

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a skin disease that is the production of fine scales along the body

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Porokeratosis

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a keratinization disorder– a series of atrophic patches will develop at one part of the body

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Poroma

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a neoplasm of cells that forms in the openings of sweat glands

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Pressure Ulcer

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an ulcer that develops in the skin over a bony tissue

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Prurigo

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inflammation in the skin– occurs due to papules consistently erupting

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Pruritis

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a skin condition that causes itching

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Psoriasis

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a condition where skin cells build up in parts of the body– excess cells will produce scales and itchy patches on the skin

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Purpura

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a series of red or purple spots that develop on the skin

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Purulent

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relating to pus

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PUVA

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psoralen ultraviolet A– a light therapy material

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Pyoderma

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a skin disease that has pus

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Rash

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a series of spots that develop on the skin– may have a bright red texture and may include several areas around the skin

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Rhytidectomy

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a face-lift procedure

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Rosacea

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a form of acne that develops in adults– facial skin becomes red and may include a blushing/ flushing appearance

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Scabies

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itching on the skin– caused by a mite that burrows into the skin and causes irritation in the tissue

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Scar

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a permanent mark that appears after a wound heals

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Scleroderma

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crest syndrome– the skin becomes tight due to swelling

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Sebaceous Glands

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a series of small organs that are found in the dermis – glands include ducts that open in a hair follicle and may go on the surface of the skin

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Seborrhea

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also known as dandruff when this occurs on the scalp

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Sebum

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the oily compound produced by the sebaceous glands– includes fat, keratin, and various compounds

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SLE

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system lupus erythematosus (lupus)

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SPF

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skin protection factor– measure of how well a sunscreen can protect the skin from UVB rays

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Squamous Cell Carcinoma

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skin cancer– unusual squamous cells will grow on the body

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Steatoma

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a cyst or tumor found in the sebaceous gland

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Subcutaneous

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under the skin

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Sunburn

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an injury on the skin due to excess exposure to sunlight or sunlamps

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Sycosis

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inflammation in the hair follicles around the face

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TEN

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topic epidermal necrolysis– condition that involves the skin experiencing a severe reaction to certain treatments or compounds

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Tinea

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a skin infection– fungal infection that can be jock itch or athlete’s foot

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Ultraviolet

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UV Light–form of light that has a wavelength of 10 to 400 nanometers

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Ungual

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relating to the nails

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Unguis

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a nail

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Urticaria

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hives– a series or plaques called wheals may develop on the skin

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Verrucae

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a plantar wart that develops on the soles of the feet or near the toe

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Vitiligo

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a chronic condition that causes white patches to develop around the skin

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Wart

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a benign growth

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Weal

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a bump produced on the skin due to a blow

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Xeroderma

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a disease triggered by the skin being too dry

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