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Skin: The Integumentary System

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integumentary system   show
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sabaceous glands   show
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sweat glands   show
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show Fibers are rodlike structures composed of tightly fused, dead protein cells filled with hard keratin. Helps control the loss of body heat.  
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nail   show
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show Used to describe the skin.  
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epithelial tissues   show
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epidermis   show
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squamous epithelial tissue   show
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show Scalelike  
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keratin   show
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melanin   show
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show Refers to light that is beyond the visible spectrum at the violet end.  
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show Also known as the CORIUM, is the thick layer of living tissue directly below the epidermis.  
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show Pertaining to touch.  
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perception   show
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collagen   show
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show Are found in the connective tissue of the drmis, respond to injury or infection by producing and releasing substance including heparin and histamine.  
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show Is released in response to injury, is an anticoagulant.  
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show Is released in response to allergens, causes itching and increased mucus secretion.  
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show Located just below the skin, connects the skin to the surface muscles.  
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adipose   show
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cellulite   show
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show Also known as FAT CELLS, are prodominant in the subcutaneous layer, where they manufacture and store large quantities of fat.  
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show Are located in the dermis layer of the skin and are closely associated with hair follicles.  
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show Is released through ducts opening into the hair follicles.  
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show Are modified sebaceous glands, are often classified with the integumentary system.  
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sweat glands   show
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sweat   show
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pespiring   show
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hidrosis   show
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show The sacs that hold the root of the hair fibers.  
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show Also known as the ERECTOR MUSCLES, are tiny muscle fibers attached to the hair follicles that cause the hair to stand erect.  
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show Is translucent, is closely molded to the surface of the underlying tissues.  
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show Joins the nail body to the underlying connective tissue, nourishes the nail.  
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free edge   show
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cuticle   show
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lunula   show
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show Fastens the nail to the finger or toe by fitting into a groove in the skin.  
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show Specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin.  
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show Also known as PLASTIC SURGEON, specializes in the surgical restoration and reconstruction of body structures.  
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show Is a chronic inflammatory disease that is characterized by pustular eruptions of the skin in or near the sebadeous glands.  
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show Is a lesion formed by the buildup of sebum and keratin in a hair follicle.  
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show Is a cyst of a sebaceous gland that contains yellow, fatty material.  
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show Is any of several common skin conditions in which there is an overproduction of the sebum.  
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seborrheic dermatitis   show
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seborrheic keratosis   show
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show Is the condition of lacking or being without sweat.  
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hyperhidrosis   show
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show Means profuse, but not necessarily excessive, sweating.  
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show Also known as HEAT RASH/PRICKLY HEAT, is an inflammation caused by trapped sweat.  
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hirsutism   show
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show Also known as BALDNESS, is the partial or complete loss of hair.  
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show Is an autoimmune disorder in which there are well-defined bald areas, usually on the scalp or face.  
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alopecia capitis totalis   show
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alopecia universalis   show
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show Is a condition in which the hair thins in the front and on the sides and sometimes the crown.  
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show Is a common hair loss patter in men, with the hairline receding from the front to the back until only a horseshoe-shaped area of hair remains in the back and on the temples.  
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show Is abnormal curving of the nails that is often accompanied by enlargement of the fingertips.  
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show Also known as SPOON NAIL, is a malformation of the nails in which the outer surface is concave or scooped out.  
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show Also known as ONYCHITIS, is an inflammation of the matrix of the nail.  
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show Means ingrown toenail.  
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show Is any fungal infection of the nail.  
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anychophagia   show
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show Is an acuter or chronic infection of the skin fold at the margin of a nail.  
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show Is usually caused by an injury, is a collection of blood trapped in the tissues under a nail.  
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show Is an inherited deficiency or absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes due to abnormality in production of melanin.  
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show Also known as MELASMA/MASK OF PREGNANCY, is a pigmentation disorder characterized by brownish spots on the face.  
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show Is any disorder of the pigmentation of the skin or hair.  
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melanosis   show
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show Is a condition in which a loss of melanocytes results in whitish areas of skin bordered by normally pigmented areas.  
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lesion   show
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show Is an injury that does not break the skin and is characterized by swelling.  
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show Is a collection of dried serum and cellular debris.  
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ecchymosis   show
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macule   show
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nevi   show
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show Atypical moles that may develop into skin cancer.  
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show Is a small, solid bump like a cyst.  
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show Is a small, solid, raised skin lesion that is less than 0.5cm in diameter.  
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petachiae   show
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plaque   show
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show Is a flaking or dry patch made up of excess dead epidermal cells.  
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verrucae   show
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plantar warts   show
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show Is a smooth, slightly elevated, swollen area that is redder or paler than the surrounding skin and usually is accompanied by itching.  
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abscess   show
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bulla   show
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show Is a closed sac or pouch containing fluid or semisolid material.  
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pustule   show
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vesicle   show
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abrasion   show
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fissure   show
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show Is a torn or jagged wound or an accidental cut.  
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show Is a deep hole made by a sharp object such as a nail.  
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ulcer   show
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decubitus ulcer   show
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port-wine stain   show
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show This dark, reddish purple growth is a benign tumor made up of newly form blood vessels. Is a soft, raised birthmark.  
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show Is an inflammation of the upper layers of skin.  
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show Is a localized allergic response caused by contact with an irritant or allergen.  
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dermatosis   show
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show Is an acute or chronic skin inflammation characterized by erythema, papules, visicles, pustules, scales, crusts, scabes, and possibly itching.  
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show Is any redness of the skin such as a nervous blush, inflammation, or mild sunburn.  
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show Also known as SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS(SLE), is an autoimmune disorder that is characterized by a red, scaly rash on the face and upper trunk.  
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lipedema   show
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pruritus   show
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psoriasis   show
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show Is a condition characterized by hemorrhage into the skin that couses spontaneous bruising.  
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show Is a chronic condition of unknown cause that produces redness, tiny pimples, and broken blood vessels.  
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scleroderm   show
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show Also known as HIVES, is a skin condition characterized by localized areas of swelling accompanied by itching that is associated with an allergic reaction.  
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show Is excessivley dry skin.  
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carbuncle   show
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show Is a diffuse infection of connective tissue with severe inflammation within the layers of the skin.  
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show Means widespread.  
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furuncles   show
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show Is tissue necrosis(death) that is usually associated with a loss of circulation.  
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show Is decay that produces foul-smelling odors.  
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show Is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by isolated pustules that become crusted and rupture.  
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show Also known as RINGWORM, is a fungal skin disease affeting different areas of the body.  
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show Is found on the scalps of children.  
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show Also known as althletes food, is found between the toes and on the feet.  
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show Also known as JOCK ITCH, is found in the genital area.  
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dermatomycosis   show
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infestation   show
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show Is a skin infection caused by an infestation with the itch mite.  
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show Is an infestation with lice.  
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show Is an infestation with head lice.  
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show Is an infestation with body lice.  
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show Is an infestation with lice in the pubic hair and pubic region.  
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show Is a thickening of part of the skin on the hands or feet caused by repeated rubbing.  
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clavus/corn   show
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show Is a normal scar resultin from the healing of a wound.  
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show Normally forms during the healing of a wound to create what will become scar tissue.  
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granuloma   show
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show Is an abnormally raised or thickened scar that is usually smooth and shiny.  
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keratosis   show
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show Is a benign fatty deposit under the skin that causes a bump.  
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show Is a benign epithelial tumor that projects from the surrounding surface.  
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show Is a general term used most commonly to describe a mushroomlike growth from the surface of a mucous membrane, such as a polyp in the nose.  
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rhinophyma   show
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skin tags   show
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actinic keratosis   show
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show Is a malignant tumor of the basal cell layer of the epidermis.  
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show Is a benign or malignant tumor originating in the epidermis that may occur on the skin or mucous membranes.  
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malignant melanoma   show
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squamous cell carcinoma   show
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burn   show
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show Is the removal of a small piece of living tissue for examination to confirm or establish a diagnosis.  
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show A piece, but not all, of the tumor or lesion is removed.  
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excisional biopsy   show
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needle biopsy   show
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exfoliative cytology   show
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show Blocks out the harmful ultraviolet B(UVB) rays is sometimes measured in terms of the stregth of the sun protection factor(SPF).  
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cauterization   show
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show Is the removal of material from the surface by scraping.  
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chmical peel   show
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show Is the destruction or elimination of abnormal tissue cells, such as warts or tumors, through the application of extreme cold, often by using liquid nitrogen.  
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debridement   show
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show Is a form of abrasio involving the use of revolving wire brushes or sandpaper.  
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incision and drainage(I&D)   show
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Mohs' chemosurgery   show
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laser   show
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show Is treated by using a carbon dioxide laser to reshape the nose by vaporizing the excess tissue.  
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port-wine stain   show
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tattoos   show
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show Also known as a LID LIFT, is the surgical reduction of the upper and lower eyelids.  
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show Also known as SKIN GRAFT, is the replacement of damaged skin with tissue taken from a donor site on the patient's body.  
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lipectomy   show
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show Is the surgical removal of fat beneath the skin with the aid of suction.  
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rhytidectomy   show
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show Used in the treatment of spider veins(small veins that can be seen through the skin), involves injecting a sclerosing solution(saline solution)into the ein being treated.  
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