Med Term Chapter 16 Word Building Flashcards

Nail and Skin Conditions

• Subungual: Pertains to the area under a nail.
• Albinism: Absence of pigment in the skin, leading to lighter skin tones.
• Paronychia: Inflammation of the soft tissue surrounding a nail.
• Onychomycosis: Abnormal condition caused by nail fungus.
• Leukoplakia: White patches found on the mucous membrane of the tongue or cheek.

Sweat and Skin Disorders

• Diaphoresis: Profuse sweating, which can be indicative of various medical conditions.
• Anhidrosis: Abnormal condition characterized by a lack of sweat production.
• Seborrhea: Excessive secretion of oil from sebaceous glands, often resulting in dandruff.
• Seborrheic Dermatitis: A disease affecting sebaceous glands, commonly referred to as dandruff.

Infections and Inflammations

• Mycosis: Refers to any fungal infection in the body.
• Cellulitis: Condition characterized by skin infection and inflammation.
• Dermatitis: General inflammation of the skin, often presenting with a rash.
• Urticaria: Acute allergic reaction leading to the development of hives.

Skin Growths and Conditions

• Steatoma: Fatty mass formed within a sebaceous gland, commonly known as a sebaceous cyst.
• Xanthoma: Yellow tumor-like nodule that develops under the skin.
• Callus: Increased cell growth in the epidermis resulting from pressure or friction.
• Ichthyosis: Abnormal condition resulting in dry, scaly skin patches.

Surgical and Cosmetic Procedures

• Debridement: Surgical removal of dead tissue from a wound to promote healing.
• Dermatoplasty: Surgical repair of the skin, often for cosmetic or reconstructive purposes.
• Rhytidectomy: Surgical facelift procedure aimed at reducing facial wrinkles.
• Dermabrasion: Skin resurfacing procedure that exfoliates the outer layer of skin.

Other Key Terms

• Scleroderma: Chronic disease characterized by hardening and shrinking of connective tissue.
• Melanoma: A cancerous tumor arising from melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells of the skin.
• Pilosebaceous: Pertains to both hair and sebaceous glands.
• Cryosurgery: Destruction of tissue through freezing techniques, often used for removing warts or precancerous skin.

Anatomical Layers

• Epidermis: Outermost layer of the skin, providing a barrier against environmental factors.
• Subcutaneous Layer: Innermost layer of skin that contains fat and connective tissue.
• Subdermal/Subcutaneous: Pertaining to the layer beneath the skin, often involved in various skin conditions.

Other Abnormalities

• Alopecia: General term for baldness or loss of hair.
• Causalgia: Burning sensation or pain in the skin, often associated with nerve damage.
• Keratosis: Abnormal proliferation of keratinized cells, often resulting in rough patches.
• Epidermolysis: Loosening of the epidermis, leading to skin fragility.

Conditions Related to Skin Color and Texture

• Vitiligo: Deficiency of skin pigmentation, resulting in patchy loss of color.
• Erythema: Condition characterized by flushed skin or redness.
• Trichophobia: Abnormal fear of hair, which may manifest in anxiety or avoidance behaviors.

Abnormal Conditions

• Onycholysis: Separation of the nail plate from the nail bed.
• Exanthematous: Describes a condition characterized by rashes, often related to infectious diseases.
• Dermatophytosis: Fungal infections specifically affecting the hands and feet.

Test your knowledge of medical terms related to dermatology with these flashcards. This quiz covers key definitions and terms such as albinism and paronychia to enhance your understanding of skin-related vocabulary. Perfect for medical students and professionals alike.