Skins Disorders and Diseases

Tubercle

an abnormal, rounded, solid lump above, within, or under the skin that is larger than a papule

Scales

thin, dry, or oily plates of epidermal flakes

Milia

benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear just under the epidermis and have no visible openings

Blackhead

an open comedo

Eczema

an inflammatory, uncomfortable, and often chronic disease of the skin, characterized by moderate to severe inflammation, scaling, and sometimes severe itching

Stain

an abnormal brown-or wine-colored skin discoloration with a circular or irregular shape

Malignant melanoma

the most dangerous form of skin cancer, often characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture, jagged, or raised

Seborrheic dermatitis

a skin condition caused by an inflammation of the sebaceous glands that is often characterized by redness, dry or oily scaling, crusting, and/or itchiness

Dyschromias

abnormal colorations that accompany skin disorders and are symptoms of many systemic disorders

Callus

a type of keratoma

Ache

a skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands

Pustule

a raised, inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus

Sebaceous cyst

a large, protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum

Macule

a flat spot or discoloration on the skin, also known as a "liver" spot

Bromhidrosis

foul-smelling perspiration, usually noticeable in the armpits or on the feet, that is generally caused by bacteria

Scar

a slightly raised mark on the skin formed after an injury or lesion of the skin has healed

Impetigo

a contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions

Wheal

an itchy, swollen lesion that lasts only a few hours

Fissure

a crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis

Vesicle

a small blister or sac containing clear fluid, lying within or just beneath the epidermis

Bulla

a large blister containing a watery fluid that is similar to a vesicle

Anaerobic

when bacteria cannot survive in the presence of oxygen

Sensitization

an allergic reaction created by repeated exposure to a chemical or a substance

Miliaria rubra

an acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands, characterized by the eruption of small, red vesticles and accompanied by burning, itching skin

Signs of albinism

the absence of melanin pigment in the body and skin sensitivity to light

UVA rays, also known as __________, are deep-penetrating rays that can even go through a glass window

aging rays

Noncomedogenic products are specifically designed and prove not to clog

the follicles

A predisposition to acne is based on heredity and

hormones

Irritant contact dermatitis

occurs when irritating substances temporarily damage the epidermis

People have little control over the intrinsic factors that affect

skin aging

The best defense against pollutants is to follow

a good daily skin care routine

A cosmetologist must not serve a client who is suffering from an inflamed skin disorder, regardless of whether it is infectious, unless the client haservices

a physician's note permitting the client to receive services

In the ABCDE Cancer Checklist established by the American Cancer Society, the C stands for

color

It is recommended that you wear a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least ____ on a daily basis

15

Many scientists and dermatologists believe that extrinsic factors such as exposure to the sun or smoking are responsible for up to _____ percent of skin aging

85