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Signs and Symptoms of the integumatary system

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Abrasion   a superficial scraping injury to the skin  
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Abscess   Localized skin inflammation that my be accompanied by suppuration, purulence, or pyogenesis  
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acne   bacterial infection of sebaceous glands and ducts resulting in numerous comedones  
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actinic dermatitis   a type of skin inflammation caused by sunlight exposure  
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actinic keratosis   precancerous condition of the skin caused b exposure to sunlight  
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albinism   Genetic condition characterized by reduction of the skin pigment melanin  
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albino   a person affected with albinism the absence of pigment  
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allograft   a procedure in which skin from another person is grafted onto a person's existing skin also called dermatoherteroplasty  
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alopecia   blandness may be a sign of an infection of the scalp, high fever, or emotional stress  
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autograft   a skin graft using one's own skin also called dermatoautoplasty  
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Basal cell carcinoma   skin tumor that arises from the deep layer of the epidermis  
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biopsy   minor surgery involving the removal of tissue for evaluation abbreviated bx  
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burn   caused by excessive exposure to fire chemicals or sunlight and measured by total body surface area(tbsa) and depth of the damage  
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carbuncle   skin infection composed of a cluster of boils  
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carcinoma   skin cancer; varieties include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma  
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cellulite   a local uneven surface of the skin caused by fat deposition  
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cellulitis   inflammation of the connective tissue in the dermis caused by an infection  
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chemical peel   a procedure in which a chemical agent is used to remove the outer epidermal layers to treat acne,wrinkles,and sun-damaged skin  
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Cicatrix   clinical term for scar tissue  
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comedo   skin blemish that is caused by a buildup of sebaceous oils; pimple  
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contact dermatitis   a type of skin inflammation caused by physical contact with a triggering substance, such as poison ivy  
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contusion   commonly known as a bruise  
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cosmetic surgery   a procedure in which the skin is surgically changed to enhance appearance  
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cyst   a closed sac of pouch filled with fliud  
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debridement   excision of foreign matter and unwanted tissue with irrigation  
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decubitus ulcer   a ulcer that arises from lack of movement when lying supine for an extended period of time; also called a pressure ulcer or bed sore  
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dermabrasion   form of cosmetic surgery in which the skin is surgically changed to improve appearance  
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dermatitis   a generalized inflammation of the skin involving edema  
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dermatoautoplasty   surgery in which the patients own skin is used as a graft, also called an autograft  
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dermatoheteroplasty   a procedure in which skin from another person is grafted onto a person's existing skin; also called allograft  
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dermatologist   a physician who specializes in the field of dermatology  
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dermatology   the medical field that specializes in the health and disease of the integumentary system  
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dermatome   an instrument used to cut thin slices of skin for grafting  
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dermatoplasty   surgical repair of the skin  
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dermis   the inner, deep layer of the skin composed of connective tissue  
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ecchymosis   condition caused by leaking blood vessels in the dermis, producing purplish patches of purpura  
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eczema   a chronic form of dermatitis charaterized by flakiness of the epidermis  
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edema   condition of fluid accumulation in a confined space, such as beneath the skin  
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emollient   a chemical agent that softens or smooth the skin  
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epidermis   the outer layer of the skin  
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erythema   any redness of the skin  
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fissure   the clinical term for a narrow break of slit in the skin  
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folliculitis   inflammation of the hair follicles  
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furnucle   abscess associated with a hair follicle  
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Genital herpes   a type of herpes characterized by periodic outbreaks of ulcer like sore on the external genitals; caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) type 2  
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herpes   viral skin eruption that produces clusters of deep blisters; major types are oral, genital and shingles  
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hidradenitis   excessive perspiration due to the inflammation of sweat glands  
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impetigo   contagious bacterial skin infection with a yellowish crust  
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induration   local hard areas on the skin  
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jaundice   yellowish-orange coloration of the skin sclera of the eyes, and deeper tissues that is a collective sign of live disease  
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kapos's sarcoma   a form of skin cancer arising from the connective tissue of the dermis; common among people with AIDS  
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keloid   an overgrowth of elevated scar tissue that is often different from adjacent, normal skin  
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laceration   result of an injury caused by a tear or a cut  
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leukoderma   condition in which skin becomes lighter in color due to a reduced activity of the pigment-producing cells  
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liposuction   the removal of subcutaneous fat by insertion of a device that applies a vacuum to pull the fat tissue out of the body  
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macule   a discolored flat spot on the skin surface, such as a freckle  
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male pattern baldness   the result of a genetically controlled factor that prevents the development of hair follicles in certain areas of the scalp in adult males  
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malignant melanoma   an aggressive skin cancer arising from melanocytes; the most life-threatening form of skin cancer  
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melanin   the pigment in the skin  
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melanocytes   the cells in the skin that produce the pigment melanin  
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melanoma   dangerous skin cancer; means black tumor  
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nevus   a pigmented spot on the skin; a mole  
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onychocryptosis   a nail buried in the skin due to abnormal growth, commonly called ingrown nail  
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onychomalacia   abnormally soft nails; often a sign of calcium or vitamin D deficiency  
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onychomycosis   fungal infection of one or more nails  
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onychopathy   a disease of nails associated with either fingers or toes  
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oral herpes   a type of herpes charaterized by blisters that appear around and within the mouth; caused by herpes simplex virus( HSV)type 1  
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Pallor   abnormal pale color of the skin  
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papule   any small,solid elevation on the skin,such as a comedo  
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paronychia   an infection alongside the nail  
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pediculosis   head lice; may also be found in pubic region and other parts of the body  
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petechia   rupture of small blood vessel supplying the dermis of the skin  
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plastic surgery   a popular form of treatment used for skin repair following a major injury, correction of a congenital defect, or cosmetic improvement  
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Pruitus   symptom of itchy skin  
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psoriasis   characterized by red lesions covered with silvery epidermal scales  
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purpura   symptom of purple-red skin discoloration usually the result of a broken blood vessel  
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purulence   a collected mass of pus  
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pus   a mixture of bacteria, white blood cells damaged tissue, and fluids  
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pustule   elevated area of the skin filled with pus  
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pyogenesis   the production of pus  
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retinoid   a type of medication that is used to manage certain forms of acne by causing the upper layers of the epidermis to slough away  
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rhytidectomy   plastic surgery in which skin wrinkles are surgically removed  
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rhytidoplasty   a surgical repair of the skin wrinkles  
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scabies   skin caused by the female itch mite  
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scleroderma   abnormal thickening or hardness of the skin, caused by inflammation  
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seborrheic dermatitis   a inherited form of skin inflammation characterized by excessive sebum production  
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shingles   a type of herpes characterized by rows or painful blisters that is caused by herpes zoster virus  
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squamous cell carinoma   skin tumor that arises from a superficial layer of the epidermis  
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suppuration   the formation of pus  
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systemic lupus erythematosus   chronic,progressive disease of connective tissue affecting the skin and many other organs; commonly known as lupus  
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tinea   fungal infection of the skin; often called ringworm  
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tinea capitis   a fungal infection that forms on the scalp and can lead to alopecia  
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tinea corporis   a fungal infection that occurs on the body surface  
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tinea pedis   a fungal infection that occurs on the foot; also known as athlete's foot  
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Total body surface area (TBSA)   the amount of body surface affected and the depth of injury caused by a bum  
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trishomycosis   fungal infection of hair  
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trichopathy   a disease that affect the hair  
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ulcer   an erosion through the skin or mucous membrane; a bed sore is a decubitus ulcer  
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ultraviolet light therapy   a treatment for acne and other skin disorders in which ultraviolet light is applied to the skin to slough away the upper layers of the epidermis  
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urticaria   allergic skin reactions to foods, infection or injury that produces small fluid-filled hives  
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verruca   a wart that is a sign of infection by a papillomavirus  
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vesicle   small skin elevation filly with fluid; a blister  
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wheal   a temporary,itchy elevation of the skin  
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xeroderma   condition characterized by abnormally dry skin  
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