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Integumentary Syst.
Chapter 5 Integumentary System.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Abrasion | scraping or rubbing away of skin or mucous membrane as a result of friction to the area. |
| Abscess | localized collection of pus in any part of the body. |
| Alopecia | partial or complete loss of hair. |
| Bedsore | inflammation, sore, or ulcer in the skin. |
| Blister | a small thin-walled skin lesion containing clear fluid; a vesicle. |
| Bruise | a bluish-black discoloration of an area of the skin or mucous membrane caused by an escape of blood into the tissues as a result of an injury to the area. |
| Cellulitis | a diffuse acute infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, characterized by localized heat, deep redness, pain and swelling. |
| Cerumen | ear wax. |
| Comedo | the typical lesion of acne vulgaris, caused by accumulation of keratin and sebum within the opening of a hair follicle (close comedo = whitehead; open comedo = blackhead.) |
| Contusion | an injury to a part of the body without a break in the skin. |
| Corium | the dermis; the layer of the skin just under the epidermis. |
| Cryosurgery | a noninvasive treatment that uses subfreezing temperature to freeze and destroy the tissue. |
| Curettage | the process of scraping material from the wall of a cavity or other surface for the purpose of removing abnormal tissue or unwanted material. |
| Debridement | removal of debris, foreign objects, and damages or necrotic tissue from a wound in order to prevent infection to promote healing. |
| Dermatologist | a physician who specializes in the treatment of diseases & disorders of the skin. |
| Ecchymosis | a bluish-black discoloration of an area of the skin or mucous membrane by an escape of blood into the tissues as a result of injury to the area; known as a bruise or a black&blue mark. |
| Electrodesiccation | technique that uses an electrical spark to burn and destroy tissue; used primarily for the removal of surface lesions. |
| Epidermis | the outermost layer of the skin. |
| Erythema | redness of the skin due to capillary dilatation. example: nervous blush or a mild sunburn. |
| Erythremia | an abnormal increase in the number of red blood cells; polycythemia vera. |
| Fissure | a cracklike sore or groove in the skin or mucous membrane. |
| Furuncle | a boil; a localized pus-producing infection originating deep in a hair follicle. |
| Hair Follicle | the tiny tube within the dermis that contains the root of a hair shaft. |
| Hemangioma | a benign (nonmalignant) tumor that consists of a mass of blood vessels and has a reddish-purple color. |
| Laceration | tear in the skin. |
| Lunula | the crescent-shaped plate area at the base of the fingernail or toenail. |
| Macule | a small, flat discoloration of the skin that is neither raised or depressed. |
| Onychomycosis | any fungal infections of the nails. |
| Papule | a small, solid, circumscribed elevation of the skin. |
| Pediculosis | infestation with lice. |
| Petechia | small, pinpoint hemorrhages of the skin. |
| Polyp | a small, stalklike growth that protrudes upward or outward from a muscous membrane surface, resembling a mushroom stalk. |
| Pruritus | itching. |
| Scales | thin flakes of hardened epithelium shed from the epidermis. |
| Sebum | the oily secretions of the sebaceous glands. |
| Skin Tags | a small brownish or flesh-colored outgrowth of skin occurring frequently on the neck; also known as a cutaneous papilloma. |
| Stretch Marks | linear tears in the dermis that result from overstretching from rapid growth. |
| Subcutaneous Tissue | fatty layer of tissue located beneath the dermis. |
| Sudoriferous Gland | a sweat gland. |
| Sweat | the clear, watery fluid produced by the sweat glands; also known as prespiration. |
| Sweat Gland | one of the tiny structures within the dermis that produces sweat. |
| Ulcer | a circumscribed, open sore or lesion of the skin that is accompanied by inflammation. |
| Vesicle | a blister; a small thin-walled skin lesion containing clear fluid. |
| Acne Vulgaris | a common inflammatory disorder seen on the face, chest, back, and neck, and which appears as papules, pustules, and comedos. |
| Albinism | a condition characterized by absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes. |
| 1st, 2nd, 3rd Degree Burns | tissue injury by flame, heat, chemicals, radiation, electricity, or gases. |
| Carcinoma; Squamous Cell | a malignancy of the squamous (or scalelike) cells of the epithelial tissue, which is a much faster growing cancer than basal cell carcinoma and which has a greater potential for metastasis if not treated. |
| Carcinoma; Basal Cell | the most common malignant tumor of the epithelial tissue, occurring most often on areas of the skin exposed to the sun. |
| Eczema | an acute or chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by erythema, papules, vesicles, postules, scales, crusts, or scabs, and accompanied by intense itching. |
| Exanthematous Viral Diseases | skin eruption or rash accompanied by inflammation, having specific diagnostic features of an infectious viral disease |
| Gangrene | tissue death due eto the loss of adequate blood supply, invasion of bacteria, & subsequent decay of enzymes (especially proteins)- producing an offensive, foul odor. |
| Herpes Zoster (Shingles) | acute viral infection characterized by painful vesicular eruptions on the skin following along the nerve pathways of underlying spinal or cranial nerves. |
| Impetigo | contagious superficial skin infection characterized by serous vesicles, & pustules filled with millions of stephylococcus or streptococcus bacteria, usually forming on the face. |
| Kaposi's Sarcoma | vascular malignant lesions that begin as soft purple-brown nodules or plaques on the face & oral cavity but can occur anywhere on the body, & gradually spread throughout the skin. |
| Keloid | enlarged, irregularly shaped, & elevated scar that forms due to the presence of large amounts of collagen during the formation of the scar. |
| Luekoplakia | white, hard, thickened patches firmly attatched to the mucous membrane in areas such as the mouth, vulva, or penis. |
| Melignant Melanoma | malignant skin tumor originating from melanocytes in preexisting nevi, freckles, or skin with pigment; darkly pigmented cancerous tumor. |
| Psoriasis | common, non-infectious, chronic disorder of the skin manifested by silvery-white scales covering round, raised, reddened plaques producing itching. |
| Rosacea | chronic inflammatory skin disease that mainly affects the skin. Persistent redness over the areas of the face, noses, and cheeks. |
| Scabies | highly contagious parasitic infestation caused by the "human itch mite", resulting in a rash, puritus, & a slightly raised threadlike skin lines. |
| Systemic Lupus Erythematosus | chronic, multisystem, inflammatory disease characterized by lesions, of the nervous system & skin, renal problems, & vasculitis. A red rash known as the "butterfly rash" is often on the nose & face. |
| Tinea | (Ringworm) a chronic fungal infection of the skin that is characterized by scaling, itching, & sometimes painful lesions. The lesions are named according to the body part affected. |
| Tinea Capitis | Ringworm of the scalp. |
| Tinea Corporis | Ringworm of the body. |
| Tinea Cruris | Ring of the groin; "jock itch" |
| Tinea Pedis | Ringworm of the foot; "athlete's foot" |
| Wart (Verruca) | a benign circumscribed, elevated skin lesion that results from hypertrophy of the epidermis; caused by the human papilloma virus. |
| Allergy Testing | various procedures used to identify specific allergens in an individual by exposing the person to a very small quanity of the allergen. |
| Liposuction | aspiration of fat through a suction cannula or curette to alter the body contours. |
| Skin Biopsy | removal of a small piece of tissue from a skin lesion for the purpose of examining it under a microscope to confirm or establish a diagnosis. |
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