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What is the professional scope concerning diagnosing skin conditions?
What is the professional scope concerning diagnosing skin conditions?
practice
Lesions that are in the initial stages of development are _______ lesions.
Lesions that are in the initial stages of development are _______ lesions.
primary
What is a pink or flesh-colored precancerous lesion that feels sharp or rough and is a result of sun damage?
What is a pink or flesh-colored precancerous lesion that feels sharp or rough and is a result of sun damage?
Actinic keratosis
Vascular lesions are also known as ________ lesions.
Vascular lesions are also known as ________ lesions.
A pustule is an example of a _______ lesion.
A pustule is an example of a _______ lesion.
What is a keloid?
What is a keloid?
What variety of acne located in the dermis causes depressed and raised scars and should be treated by a medical professional?
What variety of acne located in the dermis causes depressed and raised scars and should be treated by a medical professional?
What is a blackhead?
What is a blackhead?
Milia are most common in ___ skin types.
Milia are most common in ___ skin types.
What is a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum that usually appears on the scalp, neck, and back that is also known as a wen?
What is a sebaceous cyst or subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum that usually appears on the scalp, neck, and back that is also known as a wen?
Sebaceous hyperplasia growths tend to be what shape?
Sebaceous hyperplasia growths tend to be what shape?
What form of eczema is characterized by inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness?
What form of eczema is characterized by inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness?
What causes warts?
What causes warts?
What is a condition characterized by bacteria and yeast that causes a foul odor?
What is a condition characterized by bacteria and yeast that causes a foul odor?
When excessive heat exposure causes an acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands, what is it called?
When excessive heat exposure causes an acute inflammatory disorder of the sweat glands, what is it called?
Pruritis is a condition characterized by what?
Pruritis is a condition characterized by what?
Red patches covered with white-silver scales on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back are characteristics of what?
Red patches covered with white-silver scales on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest, and lower back are characteristics of what?
Swelling occurs when the skin is damaged by an irritating substance because the body is trying to what?
Swelling occurs when the skin is damaged by an irritating substance because the body is trying to what?
A port wine stain is a type of what?
A port wine stain is a type of what?
Why does the skin tan when it is exposed to the sun?
Why does the skin tan when it is exposed to the sun?
When the body lacks melanin, including in the skin, hair, and eyes, it is called what?
When the body lacks melanin, including in the skin, hair, and eyes, it is called what?
A condition with light, abnormal patches of depigmented skin is called what?
A condition with light, abnormal patches of depigmented skin is called what?
Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation are forms of what?
Hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation are forms of what?
Skin cancer tumors form when cells do what?
Skin cancer tumors form when cells do what?
The medical term for cold sores or fever blisters is what?
The medical term for cold sores or fever blisters is what?
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes what?
Shingles is caused by the same virus that causes what?
Which of these conditions is contagious?
Which of these conditions is contagious?
Tinea versicolor is characterized by what?
Tinea versicolor is characterized by what?
What condition is sometimes called 'chicken skin'?
What condition is sometimes called 'chicken skin'?
The _____________ is the structure that includes the hair, hair shaft, sebaceous gland, and the duct or canal to the surface.
The _____________ is the structure that includes the hair, hair shaft, sebaceous gland, and the duct or canal to the surface.
Pregnancy, extended periods of standing or sitting, and genetics are all contributing factors to what condition?
Pregnancy, extended periods of standing or sitting, and genetics are all contributing factors to what condition?
What disorder starts with flushing and increasing bouts of redness?
What disorder starts with flushing and increasing bouts of redness?
How would you describe the condition that a person who picks at their skin to the point of injury has?
How would you describe the condition that a person who picks at their skin to the point of injury has?
Which of the following can you do if you recognize a potentially dangerous skin disorder?
Which of the following can you do if you recognize a potentially dangerous skin disorder?
A pigmentation disease characterized by white patches on the skin from lack of pigment cells is what?
A pigmentation disease characterized by white patches on the skin from lack of pigment cells is what?
A flat, pigmented area characterized by small, yellow-brown spots is known as what?
A flat, pigmented area characterized by small, yellow-brown spots is known as what?
Another name for herpes zoster is what?
Another name for herpes zoster is what?
What condition has symptoms that include thinning hair in a male hair growth pattern of baldness?
What condition has symptoms that include thinning hair in a male hair growth pattern of baldness?
If a client has PCOS, which of the following treatments is not appropriate?
If a client has PCOS, which of the following treatments is not appropriate?
What is the name for the medical science that studies and treats the skin?
What is the name for the medical science that studies and treats the skin?
Flashcards
Primary Lesion
Primary Lesion
Skin lesion in the initial stage of development.
Pustule
Pustule
A type of primary skin lesion, filled with pus.
Actinic Keratosis
Actinic Keratosis
Precancerous lesion from sun damage, rough and pink/fleshy.
Vascular Lesion (Tertiary)
Vascular Lesion (Tertiary)
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Open Comedo (Blackhead)
Open Comedo (Blackhead)
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Milia
Milia
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Keloid
Keloid
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Cystic Acne
Cystic Acne
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Seborrheic Dermatitis
Seborrheic Dermatitis
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Psoriasis
Psoriasis
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Warts
Warts
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Bromhidrosis
Bromhidrosis
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Miliaria Rubra
Miliaria Rubra
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Pruritis
Pruritis
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Albinism
Albinism
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Leukoderma
Leukoderma
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Dyschromia
Dyschromia
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Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer
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Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris
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Varicose Veins
Varicose Veins
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Dermatillomania
Dermatillomania
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Tinea Versicolor
Tinea Versicolor
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Pilosebaceous Unit
Pilosebaceous Unit
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PCOS
PCOS
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Dermatology
Dermatology
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Lentigo
Lentigo
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Study Notes
Skin Conditions Overview
- Diagnosing skin conditions falls outside the scope of practice for non-medical professionals.
- Primary lesions are those in the initial stages of development; a pustule is an example of a primary lesion.
- Actinic keratosis is a precancerous lesion due to sun damage, often pink or fleshy in color and rough in texture.
Types of Lesions
- Vascular lesions are also referred to as tertiary lesions.
- A blackhead is classified as an open comedo.
- Milia often appear in dry skin types.
Scarring and Acne Issues
- Keloids are thick scars caused by excessive fibrous tissue growth.
- Cystic acne, located in the dermis, can lead to depressed and raised scars; it requires medical treatment.
Skin Conditions and Dermatitis
- Seborrheic dermatitis manifests as inflammation and flaky patches that may be dry or oily, often with associated itchiness.
- Psoriasis presents as red patches with white-silver scales, common on specific body areas.
Infection and Foul Odors
- Warts are caused by viral infections.
- Bromhidrosis is a condition characterized by bacteria and yeast that produce foul odors.
Inflammatory Skin Disorders
- Milaria rubra results from excessive heat exposure and causes acute inflammation of sweat glands.
- Pruritis is the medical term for itching.
Hyperpigmentation and Depigmentation
- Albinism is the absence of melanin in skin, hair, and eyes, while leukoderma refers to light patches of depigmented skin.
- Dyschromia includes both hyperpigmentation and hypopigmentation.
Skin Cancer Insights
- Skin cancer develops when skin cells divide rapidly and unevenly; early recognition and referral to a physician are vital.
- The herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) causes cold sores and fever blisters; shingles is caused by the same virus as chickenpox.
Dermatological Conditions
- Keratosis pilaris is colloquially known as "chicken skin."
- Varicose veins may arise from pregnancy, prolonged standing, or genetics, signaling a vascular issue.
Psychological Aspects
- Dermatillomania refers to the compulsive act of picking at one's skin, often leading to self-inflicted harm.
Additional Conditions
- Tinea versicolor is characterized by unevenly colored flaky patches on the skin.
- The pilosebaceous unit includes hair, its shaft, sebaceous glands, and the duct leading to the skin surface.
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) can lead to thinning hair in a male pattern, while inappropriate treatment may include the use of occlusive products.
Dermatology Terminology
- The medical field dedicated to studying and treating skin conditions is dermatology.
- Lentigo refers to flat, pigmented areas with small, yellow-brown spots.
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Test your knowledge of skin disorders and diseases with this flashcard quiz. From diagnosing conditions to identifying types of lesions, this quiz covers important terminology and concepts related to dermatology. Perfect for students or professionals looking to refresh their understanding of skin-related issues.
