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Med. Term Chp. 5
Medical Terminology Integumentary System
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Abscess | Localized collection of pus at the site of an infection |
| Acne | Inflammatory disease of the sebaceous glands and hair follicles |
| Alopecia | Partial or complete hair loss; baldness |
| Bowen disease | Red-brown scaly or crusted lesions |
| Cellulitis | Widespread, acute infection of the skin; redness, pain, swelling, localized heat |
| Chloasma | Skin discoloration occurring in yellowish brown patches or spots |
| Comedo | Form of acne; black head (closed); white head (open) |
| Ecchymosis | Commonly called a bruise |
| Erythema | Redness of the skin caused by swelling of the capillaries |
| Keratosis | Thickened area of the epidermis or any horny growth on the skin |
| Lentigo | Small brown macules on the face and arms, brought on by sun exposure |
| Pruritus | Intense itching |
| Psoriasis | Red patches covered by thick, dry, silvery scales |
| Scabies | Contagious skin disease transmitted by the itch mite |
| Tinea | Fungal skin infection; ringworm |
| Urticaria | Allergic reaction of the skin; pale, red, elevated patches called hives |