Milady Esthetics Chapter 4 Flashcards
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What term is used to describe any mark, wound, or abnormality?

  • Lesion (correct)
  • Stain
  • Cyst
  • Macule

    • What is leukoderma?

    Light, abnormal patches of depigmented skin.

    What is the term for a flat spot or discoloration of the skin, such as a freckle?

    Macule.

    Malignant melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is also known as melasma?

    <p>Hyperpigmentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of epidermal cysts?

    <p>Milia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for the acute inflammatory disorder miliaria rubra?

    <p>Prickly heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term refers to a pigmented nevus?

    <p>Mole.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is another name for a nevus?

    <p>Birthmark.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is tinea versicolor?

    <p>Yeast infection of the skin that inhibits melanin production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name of the contagious infection tinea corporis?

    <p>Ringworm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the generic term for a fungal infection?

    <p>Tinea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scientific term for couperose skin?

    <p>Telangiectasia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a steatoma?

    <p>Sebaceous cyst of subcutaneous tumor filled with sebum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a brown or wine-colored discoloration?

    <p>Stain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are skin tags?

    <p>Small, benign outgrowths of the skin that look like flaps.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is rosacea?

    <p>Condition characterized by redness and dilation of blood vessels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are sebaceous filaments?

    <p>Mainly solidified impactions of oil without the cell matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of sebaceous hyperplasia?

    <p>Benign lesions frequently seen in oilier areas of the face.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is acne?

    <p>Chronic inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are actinic keratoses?

    <p>Pink or flesh-colored precancerous lesions that result from sun damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is albinism?

    <p>Medical condition defined by an absence of melanin pigment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is anhidrosis?

    <p>Deficiency in perspiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for excess inflammation (dry skin, redness, itching) from allergies and irritants?

    <p>Atopic dermatitis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Basal cell carcinoma is the least severe type of skin cancer.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for foul-smelling perspiration, usually in the armpits or on the feet?

    <p>Bromhidrosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyperkeratosis?

    <p>Thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinized cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for overproduction of pigment?

    <p>Hyperpigmentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypertrophy?

    <p>Abnormal growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hypopigmentation?

    <p>Lack of pigment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is impetigo?

    <p>Contagious bacterial infection marked by clusters of small blisters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a keratoma?

    <p>Acquired, thickened patch of epidermis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is keratosis pilaris?

    <p>Redness and bumpiness in the cheeks caused by blocked follicles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where in the face does the acne-like condition perioral dermatitis manifest?

    <p>Around the mouth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of primary lesions?

    <p>Flat, nonpalpable changes in skin color.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When someone has retention hyperkeratosis, what builds up and fails to shed from the follicles as happens in normal skin?

    <p>Dead skin cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for the very contagious infection conjunctivitis?

    <p>Pinkeye.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is contact dermatitis?

    <p>An inflammation caused by contact with a substance or chemical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of physician specializes in the treatment of skin disorders and diseases?

    <p>Dermatologist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is vitiligo?

    <p>Pigmentation disease characterized by white patches.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the common name for the hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis known as a verruca?

    <p>Wart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is eczema?

    <p>Inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is edema?

    <p>Swelling caused by a fluid imbalance in cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is erythema?

    <p>Redness caused by inflammation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Herpes simplex 1 causes fever blisters and cold sores.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is hyperhidrosis?

    <p>Excessive perspiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When you do not recognize a client's skin condition, what should you do?

    <p>Stop the service and refer the client to their doctor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    PCOS is a condition that can be cured.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mental health condition may cause the client to become a spa hopper, because they are never satisfied with their appearance?

    <p>Body dysmorphic disorder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By recognizing a potentially contagious skin disorder, you can _____.

    <p>stop the spread of infection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the least severe type of skin cancer?

    <p>Basal cell carcinoma.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the letters ABCDE stand for in regard to the ABCDE Cancer Checklist?

    <p>Asymmetrical, borders, color, diameter, evolve.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dionne tells Tyree that she has a condition known as prickly heat. Tyree thinks Dionne may have used the wrong name for her condition because prickly heat, also known as _____, is characterized by the appearance of red vesicles and burning, itchy skin upon exposure to excessive heat.

    <p>miliaria rubra.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Recently, Tori noticed some patches of red, itchy skin on her face. She made an appointment with her dermatologist and confirmed she could continue to go for facials and other skin treatments. She makes an appointment with her esthetician, Kris, a few weeks later and has since forgotten what the condition was called. Tori thinks back and says the condition must be _____. Kris disagrees, since this condition is characterized by extreme redness, dilation of blood vessels, and in severe cases, the formation of papules and pustules.

    <p>rosacea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for dilated and twisted veins?

    <p>Varicose veins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cancer diagnosis for men over age 50?

    <p>Skin cancer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If you had one bad sunburn in childhood, your risk for melanoma later in life is doubled.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales?

    <p>Psoriasis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following has the appearance of chicken skin?

    <p>Keratosis pilaris</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Women experiencing menopause may also experience which condition?

    <p>Diaphoresis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Skin Disorders and Diseases Overview

    • Lesion: Refers to any mark, wound, or abnormality on the skin.
    • Leukoderma: Characterized by light, abnormal patches of depigmented skin.
    • Macule: A flat spot or discoloration, such as a freckle.

    Skin Cancer Types

    • Malignant Melanoma: The most serious form of skin cancer, requiring prompt attention.
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma: Considered the least severe type of skin cancer.

    Pigmentation Disorders

    • Hyperpigmentation: Overproduction of pigment, also referred to as melasma.
    • Hypopigmentation: A lack of pigment, leading to lighter skin patches.
    • Vitiligo: A pigmentation disease characterized by white patches on the skin.
    • Albinism: Defined by the complete absence of melanin pigment.

    Inflammatory Skin Conditions

    • Rosacea: Characterized by redness, dilated blood vessels, and potential papules or pustules.
    • Atopic Dermatitis: Excess inflammation resulting from allergies and irritants.
    • Eczema: An inflammatory condition causing painful itching and skin discomfort.
    • Contact Dermatitis: Inflammation caused by skin contact with irritants or allergens.

    Fungal and Bacterial Infections

    • Tinea Versicolor: A yeast infection affecting the skin's melanin production.
    • Ringworm (Tinea Corporis): A highly contagious fungal infection.
    • Impetigo: Contagious bacterial infection marked by clusters of small blisters.

    Other Skin Conditions

    • Sebaceous Filaments: Solidified oil impactions without cell matter; often found in larger pores.
    • Milia: A type of epidermal cyst that appears as small white bumps.
    • Keratosis Pilaris: Redness and bumpiness caused by blocked hair follicles, resembling chicken skin.
    • Psoriasis: Red patches covered in white-silver scales due to an immune response.

    Skin Tags and Warts

    • Skin Tags: Small, benign outgrowths resembling flaps of skin.
    • Verruca: Commonly known as warts, a form of hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis.

    Sweating and Hydration Disorders

    • Hyperhidrosis: Excessive perspiration often affecting underarms and feet.
    • Anhidrosis: Deficiency in perspiration, can pose health risks.
    • Bromhidrosis: Foul-smelling perspiration, typically in the armpits or feet.

    Skin Injury and Growth Responses

    • Edema: Swelling caused by fluid imbalance in cells.
    • Hypertrophy: Abnormal growth of skin tissue, which may indicate various skin conditions.
    • Hyperkeratosis: Thickening of the skin due to a mass of keratinized cells.

    Diagnosis and Treatment Awareness

    • Dermatologist: A physician specializing in treating skin disorders.
    • Skin Cancer Prevention: Key measures include recognizing symptoms, using the ABCDE Cancer Checklist (Asymmetrical, Borders, Color, Diameter, Evolve).
    • Contagious Conditions: Recognizing skin disorders can help prevent the spread of infections.

    Special Considerations

    • Body Dysmorphic Disorder: A mental health condition that makes individuals concerned about perceived flaws in appearance, often leading to frequent spa visits.
    • PCOS Management: While not curable, it can be managed effectively.
    • Menopausal Symptoms: Women may experience conditions like diaphoresis (excessive sweating) during this phase.

    Impact of Sun Exposure

    • Skin Cancer Risk: One childhood sunburn can double the risk for melanoma in later life.
    • Common Cancer in Older Men: Skin cancer is the most prevalent cancer diagnosis for men over 50.

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