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Translate the root ichthy/o
Translate the root ichthy/o
scaly
Translate the root xer/o
Translate the root xer/o
dry
Translate the root rhytid/o
Translate the root rhytid/o
wrinkle
What do the roots onych/o and ungu/o mean?
What do the roots onych/o and ungu/o mean?
Which of the following roots means thick?
Which of the following roots means thick?
Which of the following roots means fat?
Which of the following roots means fat?
Which of the following root pairs both mean hair?
Which of the following root pairs both mean hair?
Which of the following roots does NOT refer to a color?
Which of the following roots does NOT refer to a color?
Identify and define the roots in the term leukoderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term leukoderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term xanthoderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term xanthoderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term xeroderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term xeroderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term pachyderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term pachyderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term erythroderma.
Identify and define the roots in the term erythroderma.
What is the correct pronunciation for the term alopecia?
What is the correct pronunciation for the term alopecia?
What is the correct pronunciation for the term hemathidrosis?
What is the correct pronunciation for the term hemathidrosis?
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term petechial.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term petechial.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term onychia.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term onychia.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term decubitus ulcer.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term decubitus ulcer.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term dermopathy.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term dermopathy.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychodystrophy.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychodystrophy.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term lipectomy.
Indicate which syllable receives the emphasis when pronouncing the term lipectomy.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychotomy.
Identify the correct pronunciation for the term onychotomy.
Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypohidrosis into its component parts?
Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypohidrosis into its component parts?
Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypopigmentation into its component parts?
Which is the correct breakdown of the term hypopigmentation into its component parts?
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term anhidrosis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term anhidrosis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hyperkeratosis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hyperkeratosis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hidropoiesis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term hidropoiesis.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term onychophagia.
Identify the correct breakdown and translation of the term onychophagia.
Which medical term means skin pain?
Which medical term means skin pain?
Which medical term means loose skin?
Which medical term means loose skin?
Which medical term means excessive melanin in the skin?
Which medical term means excessive melanin in the skin?
Which medical term means formation of oil?
Which medical term means formation of oil?
Translate the term cyanidrosis as literally as possible.
Translate the term cyanidrosis as literally as possible.
Translate the term rhytidermia as literally as possible.
Translate the term rhytidermia as literally as possible.
Translate the term seborrhea as literally as possible.
Translate the term seborrhea as literally as possible.
Translate the term trichomegaly as literally as possible.
Translate the term trichomegaly as literally as possible.
The medical term for 'black head' or 'white head' is:
The medical term for 'black head' or 'white head' is:
A patient with urticaria is experiencing:
A patient with urticaria is experiencing:
Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term dermatoscope into its component word parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term dermatoscope into its component word parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term erythryocyanosis into its component word parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the medical term erythryocyanosis into its component word parts.
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term adipocele?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term adipocele?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term steatoma?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term steatoma?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthoma?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthoma?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term paronychia?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term paronychia?
Which medical term means procedure for looking at the skin?
Which medical term means procedure for looking at the skin?
Which medical term means pertaining to horny creation?
Which medical term means pertaining to horny creation?
Which medical term means abnormal softening of the nail?
Which medical term means abnormal softening of the nail?
Which medical term means tumors on the skin?
Which medical term means tumors on the skin?
Translate the term onychopathy as literally as possible.
Translate the term onychopathy as literally as possible.
Translate the term biopsy as literally as possible.
Translate the term biopsy as literally as possible.
Translate the term excisional (as found in the medical term excisional biopsy) as literally as possible.
Translate the term excisional (as found in the medical term excisional biopsy) as literally as possible.
A telangiectasia or spider angioma is:
A telangiectasia or spider angioma is:
A crack in the skin is called a(n):
A crack in the skin is called a(n):
Which of the following is NOT an example of a blister (an elevated, fluid-filled lesion)?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a blister (an elevated, fluid-filled lesion)?
The medical term for a freckle is
The medical term for a freckle is
A nevus is more commonly called a:
A nevus is more commonly called a:
A verucca is more commonly called a:
A verucca is more commonly called a:
A cicatrix is more commonly called a:
A cicatrix is more commonly called a:
Identify the correct breakdown of the term scleronychia into its component parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the term scleronychia into its component parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the term mycodermatitis into its component parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the term mycodermatitis into its component parts.
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term ichthyosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term ichthyosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term xanthosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term trichomycosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term trichomycosis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hidradenitis?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term hidradenitis?
What is the medical term that means excessive growth of hair?
What is the medical term that means excessive growth of hair?
What is the medical term that means fungal condition?
What is the medical term that means fungal condition?
Which medical term means skin inflammation?
Which medical term means skin inflammation?
Translate the term steatitis as literally as possible.
Translate the term steatitis as literally as possible.
Translate the term dermatosis as literally as possible.
Translate the term dermatosis as literally as possible.
Which is the correct definition for the term eczema?
Which is the correct definition for the term eczema?
Which is the correct definition for the term actinic dermatitis?
Which is the correct definition for the term actinic dermatitis?
Identify the correct breakdown of the term epidermal into its component parts.
Identify the correct breakdown of the term epidermal into its component parts.
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term percutaneous?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term percutaneous?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term rhytidoplasty?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term rhytidoplasty?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term antipruritic?
Which of these is the correct breakdown and translation of the medical term antipruritic?
Which medical term means against histamine?
Which medical term means against histamine?
Which medical term means incision into the nail?
Which medical term means incision into the nail?
Translate the term chemotherapy as literally as possible.
Translate the term chemotherapy as literally as possible.
Translate the term electrocauterization as literally as possible.
Translate the term electrocauterization as literally as possible.
Translate the term anesthetic as literally as possible.
Translate the term anesthetic as literally as possible.
Which of the following is a drug that prevents sepsis (a rotting of the flesh) by killing microorganisms?
Which of the following is a drug that prevents sepsis (a rotting of the flesh) by killing microorganisms?
An incision and drainage is a procedure that:
An incision and drainage is a procedure that:
Identify which of the following pairs are synonyms.
Identify which of the following pairs are synonyms.
An autograft is a skin transplant taken from:
An autograft is a skin transplant taken from:
SCC is an abbreviation for:
SCC is an abbreviation for:
ABCDE is a mnemonic device for remembering steps in analysis and means:
ABCDE is a mnemonic device for remembering steps in analysis and means:
A person with EAHF has:
A person with EAHF has:
ID is an abbreviation for:
ID is an abbreviation for:
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable abbreviation for subcutaneous?
Which of the following is NOT an acceptable abbreviation for subcutaneous?
TD is an abbreviation for:
TD is an abbreviation for:
The correct definition for C&S is:
The correct definition for C&S is:
The correct definition for BCC is:
The correct definition for BCC is:
Read the following excerpt from a patient's physical exam: Physical exam revealed a well-developed, well-nourished, fair-skinned male. His heart was regular in rate and rhythm. His lungs were clear. His mucous membranes were moist and pink. His skin exam was significant for papules of hyperkeratosis with surrounding erythema. A few of the lesions are hyperpigmented. He has larger patches on his scalp.
Read the following excerpt from a patient's physical exam: Physical exam revealed a well-developed, well-nourished, fair-skinned male. His heart was regular in rate and rhythm. His lungs were clear. His mucous membranes were moist and pink. His skin exam was significant for papules of hyperkeratosis with surrounding erythema. A few of the lesions are hyperpigmented. He has larger patches on his scalp.
Read the dermatology clinic note below. A skin Bx performed in my office confirmed the diagnosis of AK. After explaining the results to Mr. Johnson, I recommended cryotherapy for the smaller lesions on his arms and dermabrasion for his scalp lesions. I explained to Mr. Johnson that AK can lead to squamous cell carcinoma and taught him about the risks of sun exposure, including further AKs and melanoma.
Read the dermatology clinic note below. A skin Bx performed in my office confirmed the diagnosis of AK. After explaining the results to Mr. Johnson, I recommended cryotherapy for the smaller lesions on his arms and dermabrasion for his scalp lesions. I explained to Mr. Johnson that AK can lead to squamous cell carcinoma and taught him about the risks of sun exposure, including further AKs and melanoma.
Read this patient's medical history: Social Hx: 1-pack-per-day smoker. Social drinker: 3-4 glasses of wine a week. Family Hx: Positive for psoriasis in mother. PMHx: Dermatofibromas x 3 on legs removed via cryosurgery 3 years ago.
Read this patient's medical history: Social Hx: 1-pack-per-day smoker. Social drinker: 3-4 glasses of wine a week. Family Hx: Positive for psoriasis in mother. PMHx: Dermatofibromas x 3 on legs removed via cryosurgery 3 years ago.
Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record: Temp: 98.7; HR: 74; RR: 16; BP: 115/73. Gen: Woman with healthy appearance, alert and oriented. HEENT: TMs normal. Xanthochromic/stained teeth. Mucous membranes moist and pink. CV: RRR no murmurs. Resp: CTA. Skin: Erythematous papules and plaques with a silver scale on the extensor surface of knees, elbows, and back; onycholysis of toe nails.
Read the following excerpt from a patient's health record: Temp: 98.7; HR: 74; RR: 16; BP: 115/73. Gen: Woman with healthy appearance, alert and oriented. HEENT: TMs normal. Xanthochromic/stained teeth. Mucous membranes moist and pink. CV: RRR no murmurs. Resp: CTA. Skin: Erythematous papules and plaques with a silver scale on the extensor surface of knees, elbows, and back; onycholysis of toe nails.
The following is Dr. Hernandez's differential diagnosis for her patient, who has a rash and has developed difficulty with her toenails.
The following is Dr. Hernandez's differential diagnosis for her patient, who has a rash and has developed difficulty with her toenails.
Read this patient's treatment plan: I will begin her on topical corticosteroids and have her follow up in 2-4 months. For any unresponsive areas I will try photochemotherapy. For the patient's onycholysis, I have referred her to a podiatrist for an onychectomy.
Read this patient's treatment plan: I will begin her on topical corticosteroids and have her follow up in 2-4 months. For any unresponsive areas I will try photochemotherapy. For the patient's onycholysis, I have referred her to a podiatrist for an onychectomy.
Read the excerpt from this note: I had the pleasure of seeing your patient in my clinic. As you know, Mr. Skein is a 39-year-old male with a chronic history of atopic dermatitis. His atopic dermatitis was well controlled with topical corticosteroids until 3 weeks ago, when he developed a new rash consisting of vesicles overlying the areas of xerosis on his extremities. He was initially diagnosed with impetigo and treated with topical antibiotic therapy. He returned in 1 week without any improvement and was put on oral antibiotics at that time. He has now come to my office for a second opinion.
Read the excerpt from this note: I had the pleasure of seeing your patient in my clinic. As you know, Mr. Skein is a 39-year-old male with a chronic history of atopic dermatitis. His atopic dermatitis was well controlled with topical corticosteroids until 3 weeks ago, when he developed a new rash consisting of vesicles overlying the areas of xerosis on his extremities. He was initially diagnosed with impetigo and treated with topical antibiotic therapy. He returned in 1 week without any improvement and was put on oral antibiotics at that time. He has now come to my office for a second opinion.
Read the following excerpt from a consult note: The physical exam showed erythematous, xerotic patches in his flexural creases of his elbows and knees as well as the extensor surface of his legs. He has numerous hemorrhagic crusts and vesicles, along with scattered excoriations and erosions. The rest of the exam was unremarkable except mild scalp alopecia.
Read the following excerpt from a consult note: The physical exam showed erythematous, xerotic patches in his flexural creases of his elbows and knees as well as the extensor surface of his legs. He has numerous hemorrhagic crusts and vesicles, along with scattered excoriations and erosions. The rest of the exam was unremarkable except mild scalp alopecia.
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Study Notes
Dermatology Medical Terminology
- ichthy/o translates to scaly.
- xer/o translates to dry.
- rhytid/o translates to wrinkle.
- The roots onych/o and ungu/o mean nail.
- pachy/o means thick.
- Roots indicating fat include all suitable options.
- The roots for hair are pil/o and trich/o.
- seb/o does not refer to a color.
- leukoderma breakdown: leuko (white) + derma (skin).
- xanthoderma breakdown: xantho (yellow) + derma (skin).
- xeroderma breakdown: xero (dry) + derma (skin).
- pachyderma breakdown: pachy (thick) + derma (skin).
- erythroderma breakdown: erythro (red) + derma (skin).
Pronunciation Insights
- alopecia is pronounced a-loh-PEE-sha.
- hemathidrosis is pronounced heh-mat-ih-DROH-sis.
- Emphasis in petechial on the second syllable: tee.
- Emphasis in onychia on the second syllable: nik.
- decubitus ulcer pronounced deh-KYOO-bih-tus UL-sir.
- Emphasis in dermopathy on the second syllable: maw.
- onychodystrophy pronounced AW-ni-koh-DIS-troh-fee.
- Emphasis in lipectomy on the second syllable: pek.
- onychotomy pronounced aw-ni-KAW-toh-mee.
Breakdown and Translation of Terms
- hypohidrosis breakdown: hypo/hidr/osis.
- hypopigmentation breakdown: hypo/pigment/ation.
- anhidrosis breakdown: an (no) + hidr (sweat) + osis (condition) = lack of sweating.
- hyperkeratosis breakdown: hyper (over) + kerat (horny) + osis (condition) = excessive growth of horny skin.
- hidropoiesis breakdown: hidro (sweat) + poiesis (formation) = formation of sweat.
- onychophagia breakdown: onycho (nail) + phag (eat) + ia (condition) = nail biting or eating.
Medical Conditions and Their Meanings
- Dermatodynia means skin pain.
- Dermatolysis means loose skin.
- Hypermelanosis refers to excessive melanin in the skin.
- Sebopoiesis refers to formation of oil.
- cyanidrosis translates to blue sweat condition.
- rhytidermia translates to wrinkled skin.
- seborrhea translates to oil discharge.
- trichomegaly translates to enlarged hair.
- comedo refers to a black head or white head (plugged hair follicle).
- urticaria involves swollen, raised itchy areas of the skin.
Examination of Medical Terms
- dermatoscope breakdown: dermato/scope.
- erythryocyanosis breakdown: erythryo/cyan/osis.
- adipocele breakdown: adipo (fat) + cele (hernia) = hernia filled with fatty tissue.
- steatoma breakdown: steat (fat) + oma (tumor) = fatty tumor.
- xanthoma breakdown: xanth (yellow) + oma (tumor) = yellow tumor.
- paronychia breakdown: par (around) + onych (nail) + ia (condition) = condition of the tissue around the nail.
- Dermoscopy means procedure for looking at the skin.
- Keratogenic means pertaining to horny creation.
- Onychomalacia indicates abnormal softening of the nail.
- Epidermal tumors means tumors on the skin.
- onychopathy translates as nail disease.
- biopsy translates to two eye procedure.
Surgical and Treatment Terminology
- excisional biopsy means pertaining to out cut = to cut out an entire object.
- telangiectasia refers to overexpansion of the end of a blood vessel.
- A fissure is a crack in the skin.
- A macule or macula is the medical term for a freckle.
- A nevus is commonly known as a mole.
- A verucca is commonly known as a wart.
- A cicatrix is commonly known as a scar.
- scleronychia breakdown: scler/onych/ia.
- mycodermatitis breakdown: myco/dermat/itis.
- ichthyosis breakdown results in a condition that is dry and scaly.
- xanthosis translates to a yellow skin condition.
- trichomycosis translates to a fungal condition of the hair.
- hidradenitis translates to inflammation of the sweat glands.
Inflammatory and Dermatological Conditions
- Hypertrichosis means excessive growth of hair.
- Mycosis means fungal condition.
- Dermatitis means skin inflammation.
- steatitis means inflammation of the fat.
- dermatosis means condition of the skin.
- eczema is characterized by a red itchy rash that may weep and ooze.
- actinic dermatitis is inflammation caused by sun exposure.
- epidermal breakdown: epi/derm/al.
- percutaneous translates to pertaining to through the skin.
- rhytidoplasty translates to reconstruction of wrinkled skin.
- antipruritic translates as a drug that prevents or relieves itching.
- Antihistamine means against histamine.
- onychotomy means incision into the nail.
Treatment Techniques and Terms
- chemotherapy translates to treatment using chemicals.
- electrocauterization translates to using electricity to destroy a tissue by burning it.
- anesthetic translates to no sensation.
- Antiseptic refers to a drug that prevents sepsis by killing microorganisms.
- incision and drainage is a procedure that allows trapped infected liquid to drain.
Abbreviations and Analysis
- Allograft and homograft are synonyms.
- autograft refers to a skin transplant taken from a different place on the patient's body.
- SCC stands for squamous cell carcinoma.
- ABCDE is a mnemonic for asymmetry, border, color, diameter, evolving.
- EAHF indicates a condition with eczema, asthma, and hay fever.
- ID stands for intradermal = intra(inside) + derm (skin) + itis (inflammation).
- TD means transdermal = trans (through) + derm (skin) + al (pertaining to).
- C&S refers to growing microorganisms in isolation to determine drug response.
- BCC is a cancerous tumor of basal skin cells.
Clinical Observations and History
- Physical exam observations provide insight into the patient's health, including the presence of papules of hyperkeratosis and surrounding erythema.
- A diagnosis of AK (actinic keratosis) can lead to squamous cell carcinoma with a recommendation for cryotherapy or dermabrasion.
- Patients with risk factors, like sun exposure or family history, may require monitoring for skin conditions, including rashes or fungal infections.
- Atopic dermatitis may present with vesicles and xerosis, requiring a tailored treatment plan.
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