Health Quiz: Eye and Skin Conditions

Eye Conditions

• Cataracts: An eye condition where the lens becomes cloudy as a person ages.
• Glaucoma: An eye condition where fluid pressure builds up inside the eye. Untreated glaucoma can damage the optic nerve or cause blindness.
• Astigmatism: An eye condition where images appear wavy or blurry. This is caused by an oval-shaped cornea instead of a spherical one.

Other Health Topics

• Retina: The light-sensing part of the inner eye.
• Pores: Tiny openings in the skin that allow perspiration to escape.
• Epidermis: The outermost layer of skin.
• Dermis: The inner layer of skin.
• Melanin: The substance that gives skin its color.
• Acne: A skin condition caused by active oil glands that clog hair follicles.
• Three Tiny Bones in the Ear: The hammer, the anvil, and the stirrup. These bones transmit sound vibrations to the inner ear.
• Tinnitus: A constant ringing or buzzing in the ears, often from listening to loud music.
• Plaque: A thin, sticky film that builds up on teeth and leads to tooth decay.
• Consumer: A person who buys a product or services.
• Endorsement: A statement of approval.
• Health Insurance: Plans covering regular check-ups or emergency visits to hospitals include monthly premiums, deductibles, co-payments, and co-insurance.
• HMO (Health Maintenance Organization): A type of health insurance plan that contracts with selected physicians and specialists to provide medical services at a fixed monthly rate.
• Advantages of HMOs: Lower monthly premium, low/no deductible, no claim forms, one doctor for most services.
• Disadvantages of HMOs: PCP required in most cases, referrals required; limited out-of-network coverage.
• Specialist: A healthcare professional trained to treat a specific category of patients or with specific health problems.