State Correct Skin Diseases & Disorders Terms Flashcards

This Flashcard quiz is designed to learn and Answer Correct Skin Diseases & Disorders Terms. Try out this Flashcard quiz based on Skin Diseases & Disorders Terms and check out your knowledge. These Flashcards help one to memorize the important terms.

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A closed abnormally developed sac that contains fluid, pus, semi fluid, or morbid matter. can be above or below the skin
Cyst
A skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping
Excoriation
Whitehead
Closed comedo
Chronic condition appearing primarily on the cheeks and the nose. characterized by redness/flushing, dilation of the surface blood vessels and the formation of papules and pustules
Rosacea
Can be damaging but also contribute to the body's synthesis of Vitamin D
UVB
American Cancer Society's ABCDEs: What is C?
A-Asymmetry
B-Border
C-___________
D-Diameter
E-Evolving
Color
Avoid exposing children under __________ to the sun
6 months
Skin disorder caused by light abnormal patches. caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells
Leukoderma
Sebacious cyst which is a subcutanious tumor of the sebacious gland
Steatoma
Excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness. medical treatment is required
Hyperhidrosis
Painful itching disease presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions. All forms should be referred to a physician and are not contagious
Eczema
Absence of melanin pigment of the body, including the skin, hair, and eyes. skin will not tan and eyes are pink. skin is very sensitive to light and ages early
Albinism
Thickened patches of epidermis commonly known as callus or corn.
Keratoma
UVA rays weaken the collagen and elastin fibers of the skin, causing wrinkling and ______________
Sagging
Fever blister or cold sore; recurring viral infection. appears on the lips, nostrils, or other parts of the face that can last up to 3 weeks. very contagious
Herpes simplex