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What term is used to describe any mark, wound, or abnormality?
What term is used to describe any mark, wound, or abnormality?
- Lesion (correct)
- Stain
- Cyst
- Macule
What is leukoderma?
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?
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.
Malignant melanoma is the most serious form of skin cancer.
What condition is also known as melasma?
What condition is also known as melasma?
What is an example of epidermal cysts?
What is an example of epidermal cysts?
What is another name for the acute inflammatory disorder miliaria rubra?
What is another name for the acute inflammatory disorder miliaria rubra?
What term refers to a pigmented nevus?
What term refers to a pigmented nevus?
What is another name for a nevus?
What is another name for a nevus?
What is tinea versicolor?
What is tinea versicolor?
What is the common name of the contagious infection tinea corporis?
What is the common name of the contagious infection tinea corporis?
What is the generic term for a fungal infection?
What is the generic term for a fungal infection?
What is the scientific term for couperose skin?
What is the scientific term for couperose skin?
What is a steatoma?
What is a steatoma?
What is the term for a brown or wine-colored discoloration?
What is the term for a brown or wine-colored discoloration?
What are skin tags?
What are skin tags?
What is rosacea?
What is rosacea?
What are sebaceous filaments?
What are sebaceous filaments?
What is an example of sebaceous hyperplasia?
What is an example of sebaceous hyperplasia?
What is acne?
What is acne?
What are actinic keratoses?
What are actinic keratoses?
What is albinism?
What is albinism?
What is anhidrosis?
What is anhidrosis?
What is the term for excess inflammation (dry skin, redness, itching) from allergies and irritants?
What is the term for excess inflammation (dry skin, redness, itching) from allergies and irritants?
Basal cell carcinoma is the least severe type of skin cancer.
Basal cell carcinoma is the least severe type of skin cancer.
What is the term for foul-smelling perspiration, usually in the armpits or on the feet?
What is the term for foul-smelling perspiration, usually in the armpits or on the feet?
What is hyperkeratosis?
What is hyperkeratosis?
What is the term for overproduction of pigment?
What is the term for overproduction of pigment?
What is hypertrophy?
What is hypertrophy?
What is hypopigmentation?
What is hypopigmentation?
What is impetigo?
What is impetigo?
What is a keratoma?
What is a keratoma?
What is keratosis pilaris?
What is keratosis pilaris?
Where in the face does the acne-like condition perioral dermatitis manifest?
Where in the face does the acne-like condition perioral dermatitis manifest?
What is a characteristic of primary lesions?
What is a characteristic of primary lesions?
When someone has retention hyperkeratosis, what builds up and fails to shed from the follicles as happens in normal skin?
When someone has retention hyperkeratosis, what builds up and fails to shed from the follicles as happens in normal skin?
What is the common name for the very contagious infection conjunctivitis?
What is the common name for the very contagious infection conjunctivitis?
What is contact dermatitis?
What is contact dermatitis?
What type of physician specializes in the treatment of skin disorders and diseases?
What type of physician specializes in the treatment of skin disorders and diseases?
What is vitiligo?
What is vitiligo?
What is the common name for the hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis known as a verruca?
What is the common name for the hypertrophy of the papillae and epidermis known as a verruca?
What is eczema?
What is eczema?
What is edema?
What is edema?
What is erythema?
What is erythema?
Herpes simplex 1 causes fever blisters and cold sores.
Herpes simplex 1 causes fever blisters and cold sores.
What is hyperhidrosis?
What is hyperhidrosis?
When you do not recognize a client's skin condition, what should you do?
When you do not recognize a client's skin condition, what should you do?
PCOS is a condition that can be cured.
PCOS is a condition that can be cured.
What mental health condition may cause the client to become a spa hopper, because they are never satisfied with their appearance?
What mental health condition may cause the client to become a spa hopper, because they are never satisfied with their appearance?
By recognizing a potentially contagious skin disorder, you can _____.
By recognizing a potentially contagious skin disorder, you can _____.
What is the least severe type of skin cancer?
What is the least severe type of skin cancer?
What do the letters ABCDE stand for in regard to the ABCDE Cancer Checklist?
What do the letters ABCDE stand for in regard to the ABCDE Cancer Checklist?
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.
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.
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.
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.
What is the term for dilated and twisted veins?
What is the term for dilated and twisted veins?
What is the most common cancer diagnosis for men over age 50?
What is the most common cancer diagnosis for men over age 50?
If you had one bad sunburn in childhood, your risk for melanoma later in life is doubled.
If you had one bad sunburn in childhood, your risk for melanoma later in life is doubled.
What is the skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales?
What is the skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales?
Which of the following has the appearance of chicken skin?
Which of the following has the appearance of chicken skin?
Women experiencing menopause may also experience which condition?
Women experiencing menopause may also experience which condition?
Flashcards
Lesion
Lesion
Any mark, wound, or abnormality on the skin.
Leukoderma
Leukoderma
Light, abnormal patches of depigmented skin.
Macule
Macule
A flat spot or discoloration, like a freckle.
Malignant Melanoma
Malignant Melanoma
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma
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Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation
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Hypopigmentation
Hypopigmentation
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Vitiligo
Vitiligo
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Albinism
Albinism
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Rosacea
Rosacea
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Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic Dermatitis
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Eczema
Eczema
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Contact Dermatitis
Contact Dermatitis
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Tinea Versicolor
Tinea Versicolor
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Ringworm (Tinea Corporis)
Ringworm (Tinea Corporis)
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Impetigo
Impetigo
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Sebaceous Filaments
Sebaceous Filaments
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Milia
Milia
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Keratosis Pilaris
Keratosis Pilaris
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Psoriasis
Psoriasis
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Skin Tags
Skin Tags
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Verruca
Verruca
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Hyperhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis
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Anhidrosis
Anhidrosis
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Bromhidrosis
Bromhidrosis
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Edema
Edema
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Hypertrophy
Hypertrophy
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Hyperkeratosis
Hyperkeratosis
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Dermatologist
Dermatologist
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Skin Cancer Prevention
Skin Cancer Prevention
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Contagious Conditions
Contagious Conditions
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
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PCOS Management
PCOS Management
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Menopausal Symptoms
Menopausal Symptoms
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Skin Cancer Risk
Skin Cancer Risk
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Common Cancer in Older Men
Common Cancer in Older Men
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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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Test your knowledge on skin disorders and diseases with these flashcards from Milady Esthetics Chapter 4. Each card covers key terms and definitions essential for understanding dermatology. Perfect for quick revision and exam preparation.
