Vocabulary Flashcards
1
Q
What is acne?
A
A common skin disorder of adolescence, due to rapid growth of sebaceous cells. It causes pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads when the hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells.
2
Q
What is actinic keratosis?
A
Precancerous condition caused by sun exposure.
3
Q
What is alopecia?
A
Alopecia is hair loss.
4
Q
What is a bulla?
A
A bulla is raised, fluid-filled lesion larger than a vesicle.
5
Q
To what is ‘cutaneous’ referring?
A
Cutaneous pertains to the skin.
6
Q
What is dermatitis?
A
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin.
7
Q
Is ecchymosis a condition? If so, which system does ecchymosis affect? Describe ecchymosis.
A
Ecchymosis is a condition in which there is bleeding beneath the skin, causing discoloration.
