anatomy & physiology: diseases and disorders
what is the medical term for callus?
keratoma
Which condition is characterized by painful itching and inflammation with dry or moist lesions?
eczema
Whitish, pearl like masses under the skin with no visible opening is called
milia
the physician who studies and treats the skin and its disorders and diseases is called?
dermotologist
chronic inflammation on the sebaceous glands is called
acne
comedogenic products block follicles causing cell build up resulting in
comedones
which pigmentation disorder is primarily caused by hormones?
melasma
a closed comedo can also be called
whitehead
a verruca is a
wart
bacteria in the follicle are called ________, meaning they can not live in the presence of oxygen.
anaerobic
______ is a generalized term to refer to an inflammatory condition of the skin.
dermatitis
what is the most common skin cancer?
basal cell carnioma
this condition can be aggravated by spicy food, alcohol, caffeine, exposure to extreme temperatures, heat, sun and stress.
rosacea
mostly open comedones, some closed comedones
Grade I acne
open comedones, many closed comedones, occasional papule and pustule
Grade II acne
lesions in the early stages of development
Primary lesion
inflammation, many comedones, papules, and pustules
Grade III acne
cysts, comedones, papules, pustules, inflammation, scarring
Grade IV acne
the deadliest form of skin cancer
malignant melanoma
insect bite, skin allergy reaction, or sting that becomes itchy and swollen
Wheal
redness and bumps commonly found on the cheeks, upper arms, and thigh
Keratosis Pilaris
dryness, irritation, photosensitivity redness
Side effects of topical acne medication
visible capillaries
Telangiectasia
the medical term for acne
Acne vulgaris
overproduction of pigment
Hyperpigmentation
light- coloured, slightly raised mark on the skin that is formed after an injury or lesion has healed
scar
characterized by inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness. Found on the scalp, hairline, brows, middle of the forehead, and sides of nose
Seborrheic dermatitis
fungal infection
tinea
benign lesion formed in oilier areas of the face
Sebaceous hyperplasia
structural change in the skin caused by damage or injury
Lesion
lack of melanin in the entire body
albinism
anhidrosis, bromhidrosis, hyperhidrosis, miliaria rubra
Sudoriferous gland disorders
hypersensitivity caused by repeated exposure
Sensitization
inflamed acne lesion
Pustule
the sebum is exposed to oxygen and oxidation occurs
Open comedone
hairs that grow under the surface of the skin causing bacterial infections
Pseudofolliculitis
nail fungus
Onychomycosis
secondary lesion common in pedicure service
fissure
hives
Urticaria
What does the ABCDE’s of skin cancer refer to?
asymmerty, border, colour, diameter and evolve
as an esthetician we do not ___________ skin conditions.
diagnose
when is tanning safe?
never
A mass of keratinized cells caused by a thickening of the skin is called what?
hyperkeratosis
Sebaceous filaments are often found on which location of the face?
nose