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Integumentary System

Terms to know with the Skin

TermDefinition
Dermatitis inflammation of the Skin
Epidermal pertaining to upon the dermis
Intradermal pertaining to within the dermis
Subcutis beneath the skin
Erythematous redness of the skin or mucous membranes
Pruritus the state of itching
Melanocyte a mature melanin-forming cell, especially in the skin
Piloerection hair erection
Fibroplasia the process of fiber forming
Circumoral pertaining to around the mouth
Interdigital pertaining to between toes
Perianal pertaining to around the anus
Allergen allergy producer
Carcinoma a cancerous tumor
Polydactyly a condition of many toes
Onychectomy surgical removal of a nail
Pododermatitis inflammation of the foot skin
Dermatophytosis a condition of skin "plants" or fungus
Pyoderma a purulent skin disorder
Hyperkeratosis a condition of excessive keratin
Seborrhea excessive secretion of sebum
Laminitis / Founder inflammation of the "quick" of a hoof.
Cornuectomy surgical removal of a horn
Epithelialization the process of epithelial growth
Transdermal pertaining to across or through the skin
Epidermis the most superficial of the skin
Dermis a tough layer of fibroelastic connective tissue
Hypodermis subcutaneous layer
Sebum an oily substance that keeps the skin and fur relatively soft, pliable, and waterproof
Alopecia a disease in which the hair falls out
Purulent Exudate containing pus
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