a closed abnormally developed sac that contains fluid, pus, semi fluid, or morbid matter. can be above or below the skin
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cyst |
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a skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping
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excoriation |
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whitehead
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closed comedo |
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chronic condition appearing primarily on the cheeks and the nose. characterized by redness/flushing, dilation of the surface blood vessels and the formation of papules and pustules
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rosacea |
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can be damaging but also contribute to the body's synthesis of Vitamin D
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UVB |
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American Cancer Society's ABCDEs: What is C?
A-Asymmetry
B-Border
C-___________
D-Diameter
E-Evolving
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color |
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avoid exposing children under __________ to the sun
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6 months |
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skin disorder caused by light abnormal patches. caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells
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leukoderma |
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sebacious cyst which is a subcutanious tumor of the sebacious gland
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steatoma |
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excessive sweating, caused by heat or general body weakness. medical treatment is required
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hyperhidrosis |
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painful itching disease presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions. All forms should be referred to a physician and are not contagious
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eczema |
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absence of melanin pigment of the body, including the skin, hair, and eyes. skin will not tan and eyes are pink. skin is very sensitive to light and ages early
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albinism |
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thickened patches of epidermis commonly known as callus or corn.
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keratoma |
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UVA rays weaken the collagen and elastin fibers of the skin, causing wrinkling and ______________
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sagging |
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fever blister or cold sore; recurring viral infection. appears on the lips, nostrils, or other parts of the face that can last up to 3 weeks. very contagious
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herpes simplex |
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increased pigmentation on the skin in spots that are not elevated. also called liver spots
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chloasma |
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red patches covered by silver-white scales usually found on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back. caused by skin cells turning over faster than normal. not contagious
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psoriasis |
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small, brownish spot or blemish on the skin. can be small and flat, or raised. any changes requires medical attention
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mole |
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technical term for freckles
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lentigines |
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part of sun light that has the greatest impact on how skin ages.
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UV rays |
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most serious form of skin cancer. characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin.
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malignant melanoma |
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technical term for wart that is caused by a virus and is infectious
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verruca |
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medical term for abnormal skin inflammation; caused by touching certain substances to the skin; possible to become allergic to an ingredient in a product
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dermatitis venenata |
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inflamed pimple containing pus
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pustule |
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a spot or discoloration on the skin, such as a freckle. neither raised or sunken
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macule |
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a thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
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keloid |
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condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of sebum, caused by old age or exposure to cold
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asteatosis |
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any thin plate of epidermal flakes, dry or oily, such as abnormal or excessive dandruff
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scale |
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a swelling, abnormal cell mass resulting from excessive multiplications of cells, varying in size, shape, and color
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tumor |
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crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis; chapped lips or hands
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fissure |
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approximately ___________% of aging is caused by the rays of the sun
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80-85% |
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small or large malformation of the skin due to abnormal pigmentation; birthmark
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nevus |
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