Med Term Chapter 16 Word Building Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the term 'subungual' refer to?

Absence of pigment in skin

Inflammation of skin

Pertaining to under a nail (correct)

Fungal infection

What is the term for the absence of pigment in skin?

albinism

What is paronychia?

inflammation of soft tissue around a nail

What term describes profuse sweating?

diaphoresis Signup and view all the answers

What is mycosis?

fungal infection Signup and view all the answers

What is a steatoma?

fatty mass within a sebaceous gland Signup and view all the answers

What does systemic lupus erythematosus affect?

inflammatory disease of the joints and collagen of the skin Signup and view all the answers

Define debridement.

removal of dead tissue from a wound Signup and view all the answers

What are leukoplakia?

white patches on a mucous membrane of tongue or cheek Signup and view all the answers

What is a callus?

increased growth of cells in the horny layer of the epidermis due to pressure or friction Signup and view all the answers

What is an autograft?

graft from one place to another on the same person Signup and view all the answers

What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

epidermis Signup and view all the answers

What does seborrhea refer to?

excessive secretion from sebaceous glands Signup and view all the answers

What are dermatophytosis?

fungal infections of hands and feet Signup and view all the answers

Define causalgia.

burning sensation (pain in the skin) Signup and view all the answers

What does dermatoplasty mean?

surgical repair of the skin Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the condition pertaining to under the skin?

subdermal Signup and view all the answers

What is anhidrosis?

abnormal condition of lack of sweat Signup and view all the answers

Define keratosis.

abnormal condition of proliferation of keratinized cells Signup and view all the answers

What does epidermolysis mean?

loosening of the epidermis Signup and view all the answers

What is ichthyosis?

abnormal condition of dry, scaly skin Signup and view all the answers

Define xanthoma.

yellow tumor nodule under the skin Signup and view all the answers

What is onychomycosis?

abnormal condition of nail fungus Signup and view all the answers

What does alopecia mean?

baldness Signup and view all the answers

What is dermatitis?

inflammation of skin Signup and view all the answers

What does adipose refer to?

pertaining to fat Signup and view all the answers

What is vitiligo?

deficiency of skin pigmentation, especially in patches Signup and view all the answers

Define urticaria.

acute, allergic reaction in which hives develop Signup and view all the answers

What does onycholysis mean?

separation of the nail plate from the nail bed Signup and view all the answers

What is trichophobia?

abnormal fear of hair Signup and view all the answers

Define erythema.

condition of flushed skin (redness) Signup and view all the answers

What does exanthematous mean?

characterized by a rash Signup and view all the answers

What is cellulitis?

condition of infection within the skin Signup and view all the answers

What does rhytidectomy refer to?

facelift Signup and view all the answers

What is dermabrasion?

surgical procedure to resurface the skin Signup and view all the answers

What does pilosebaceous mean?

pertaining to sebaceous gland and hair Signup and view all the answers

What is scleroderma?

chronic hardening and shrinking of connective tissue Signup and view all the answers

What is melanoma?

cancerous tumor composed of melanocytes Signup and view all the answers

What does sudoriferous refer to?

pertaining to sweat glands Signup and view all the answers

What is seborrheic dermatitis?

a disease of sebaceous glands commonly called dandruff Signup and view all the answers

Define cryosurgery.

destruction of tissue by intensely cold temperatures Signup and view all the answers

What is the innermost layer of skin called?

subcutaneous layer Signup and view all the answers

What does liposuction refer to?

aspiration of subcutaneous fat tissue Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

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.

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.

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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.