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What is the term for surgical repair of the skin?

  • Epidermolysis
  • Dermabrasion
  • Dermatoplasty (correct)
  • Dermatitis

    • What does the term subcutaneous mean?

    Pertaining to under the skin

    What is anhidrosis?

    Abnormal condition of lack of sweat

    What does keratosis refer to?

    <p>Abnormal condition of proliferation, horny, keratinized cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of epidermolysis?

    <p>Loosening of the epidermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is xanthoma?

    <p>Yellow tumor (nodule under the skin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does mycosis mean?

    <p>Abnormal condition of nail fungus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does adipose refer to?

    <p>Fat tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is albinism?

    <p>The congenital absence of pigmentation in the eyes, skin, and hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is causalgia?

    <p>A burning pain in a limb along the course of a peripheral nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does electrocautery involve?

    <p>Application of a needle heated by an electric current to destroy tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the epidermis?

    <p>The outer layer of the skin covering the exterior body surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does dermatitis mean?

    <p>Inflammation of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a dermatologist?

    <p>A doctor who specializes in the physiology and pathology of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is dermabrasion?

    <p>Removal of scars or tattoos by sanding or wire-brushing the outer skin layer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of diaphoresis?

    <p>The process of the sweat glands of the skin secreting a salty fluid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does erythema refer to?

    <p>Abnormal redness of the skin resulting from dilation of blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is icthyosis?

    <p>Skin disease resulting in dry, scaly skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of leukoplakia?

    <p>Thickened, white, leathery-looking spots on the inside of the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does lipoma refer to?

    <p>A tumor consisting of fatty tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is liposuction?

    <p>Surgical removal of fat beneath the skin with the aid of suction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of a melanocyte?

    <p>A cell in the basal layer of the epidermis that produces melanin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is melanoma?

    <p>Any of several malignant neoplasms consisting of melanocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does oncholysis refer to?

    <p>Separated from nail bed; stimuli include thyroid disease, trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is onychomycosis?

    <p>Fungal infection of a nail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does paronychia mean?

    <p>Infection in the tissues adjacent to a nail on a finger or toe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is dermatophytosis?

    <p>Fungal infection of the skin, especially of moist parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does pilosebaceous refer to?

    <p>Of or relating to a hair follicle and its sebaceous gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pyoderma?

    <p>Any acute, inflammatory, pus-forming bacterial skin infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does rhytidectomy refer to?

    <p>Plastic surgery to remove wrinkles and other signs of aging from your face</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is seborrhea?

    <p>A condition in which overactivity of the sebaceous glands causes the skin to become oily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is squamous epithelium?

    <p>Flat, scale-like cells composing the epidermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is steatoma?

    <p>Fatty mass within a sebaceous gland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does trichomycosis refer to?

    <p>Abnormal condition of a fungus in the hair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does subungual mean?

    <p>Pertaining to under a nail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is xanthoma?

    <p>Yellow tumor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is xeroderma?

    <p>A mild form of ichthyosis characterized by abnormal dryness and roughness of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Surgical and Invasive Procedures

    • Dermatoplasty: Surgical repair of the skin, often performed for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes.
    • Dermabrasion: Technique to remove scars or tattoos by sanding or brushing off the outer layers of skin after anesthetization.
    • Electrocautery: Uses a heated needle to destroy tissue, commonly employed to remove warts.
    • Liposuction: Surgical procedure for the removal of fat beneath the skin using suction.
    • Rhytidectomy: Cosmetic surgery aimed at removing wrinkles and signs of aging, primarily from the face.

    Skin Conditions and Disorders

    • Anhidrosis: Condition characterized by a lack of sweat production, affecting body temperature regulation.
    • Keratosis: Abnormal skin condition with proliferation of keratinized cells; can manifest as thickened skin.
    • Icthyosis: Skin disorder leading to dry and scaly skin, indicative of impaired skin barrier function.
    • Erythema: Redness of the skin due to blood vessel dilation, often in response to inflammation or sunburn.
    • Seborrhea: Condition where overactive sebaceous glands cause oily skin, potentially leading to acne.

    Tumors and Growths

    • Xanthoma: Yellow tumor or nodule typically found under the skin, often associated with cholesterol deposits.
    • Lipoma: Tumor composed of fatty tissue, generally benign and asymptomatic.
    • Melanoma: Malignant neoplasm arising from melanocytes, known for aggressive potential and risk of metastasis.
    • Leukoplakia: Thick white patches on the mucous membranes, particularly in the mouth; can progress to cancer.

    Infectious Conditions

    • Mycosis: A fungal infection affecting nails, often associated with discolored and damaged nails.
    • Onychomycosis: Specific fungal infection of the nails, leading to thickening and possible separation from the nail bed.
    • Paronychia: Infection of the tissues surrounding a nail, often resulting from trauma or a fungal component.
    • Dermatophytosis: Fungal skin infections, usually in warm and moist areas covered by clothing, leading to ringworm-like lesions.

    Skin Layers and Structures

    • Epidermis: The outermost layer of skin, providing a barrier against the environment; contains various cell types including melanocytes.
    • Subcutaneous: Refers to the tissue located beneath the skin, often containing fat and connective tissue.
    • Adipose: Type of connective tissue that stores fat, serving as an energy reserve and insulation.
    • Pilosebaceous: Relating to hair follicles and sebaceous glands, playing a key role in skin moisture and protection.

    Specialized Cells and Functions

    • Melanocyte: Cell in the basal layer of the epidermis responsible for producing melanin, pigmenting the skin and hair.
    • Squamous Epithelium: Made up of flat, scale-like cells, this tissue is the primary component of the epidermis.
    • Epidermolysis: Describes the loosening of the epidermis, which can occur in certain skin conditions or injuries.
    • Causalgia: Describes a burning pain sensation in a limb, typically linked to damage of a peripheral nerve.
    • Diaphoresis: Refers to excessive sweating, which is a response to various stimuli including heat or anxiety.
    • Xeroderma: Mild ichthyosis characterized by dry and rough skin, indicating a need for enhanced moisturization.

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