Lecture on Skin Infections and Immunity

Flashcards covering key terms and definitions related to skin infections and immunity as discussed in the lecture.

HPV

Human Papillomavirus, a viral infection that can cause warts and is associated with certain cancers.

Herpes Simplex

A virus categorized into two types, HSV-1 (oralis) and HSV-2 (genitalis), that can cause infections in various body locations.

Chlorhexidine

An antiseptic used for skin disinfection before surgery and wound care.

Corticosteroids

Hormonal medications used to reduce inflammation and suppress the immune response.

Antisoriatics

Medications used to treat psoriasis by reducing plaque size and alleviating symptoms.

Keratolytics

Agents that help in the breakdown and removal of excess keratin, often used to treat skin conditions like warts and corns.

Local Anesthetics

Medications such as lidocaine that temporarily block the sensation of pain in a specific area of the body.

Cell Mediated Immunity

An immune response that involves the activation of immune cells to fight off pathogens.

MMR Vaccine

A vaccine that protects against measles, mumps, and rubella.

Febrile Illness

An illness characterized by fever; vaccinations should not be given during such conditions.

Reye's Syndrome

A serious condition that causes swelling in the liver and brain, associated with aspirin use in children after a viral infection.

Vaccine Lot Number

A unique identifier for a batch of vaccines produced to track quality and recalls.