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What is the primary function of the epidermis?
Which skin condition is characterized by an overactive immune response?
What is the composition of the dermis?
What is the cause of melanoma?
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What is the primary function of the hypodermis?
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Study Notes
Skin Anatomy
Epidermis
- Outermost layer of the skin
- Composed of stratified squamous epithelium
- Functions:
- Barrier against external factors (water loss, temperature regulation)
- UV protection
- Immune response
Dermis
- Middle layer of the skin
- Composed of connective tissue
- Functions:
- Provides strength and elasticity
- Regulates body temperature
- Houses hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands
Hypodermis
- Innermost layer of the skin
- Composed of loose connective tissue
- Functions:
- Attaches skin to underlying tissues
- Stores energy in the form of fat
Skin Conditions
Acne
- Inflammatory skin condition
- Caused by:
- Clogged pores
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Hormonal fluctuations
- Symptoms:
- Pimples
- Blackheads
- Whiteheads
- Inflammation
Psoriasis
- Chronic autoimmune condition
- Caused by:
- Overactive immune response
- Genetic predisposition
- Symptoms:
- Red, scaly patches
- Itching
- Dry skin
Melanoma
- Type of skin cancer
- Caused by:
- UV radiation
- Genetic mutations
- Symptoms:
- Asymmetrical moles
- Irregular borders
- Multicolored moles
- Diameter >6mm
Skin Anatomy
Epidermis
- Outermost layer of the skin, composed of stratified squamous epithelium
- Barrier against external factors, including water loss and temperature regulation
- Provides UV protection and initiates immune response
Dermis
- Middle layer of the skin, composed of connective tissue
- Provides strength and elasticity to the skin
- Regulates body temperature and houses hair follicles, sebaceous glands, and sweat glands
Hypodermis
- Innermost layer of the skin, composed of loose connective tissue
- Attaches skin to underlying tissues and stores energy in the form of fat
Skin Conditions
Acne
- Inflammatory skin condition caused by clogged pores, bacterial overgrowth, and hormonal fluctuations
- Characterized by symptoms such as pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, and inflammation
Psoriasis
- Chronic autoimmune condition caused by overactive immune response and genetic predisposition
- Symptoms include red, scaly patches, itching, and dry skin
Melanoma
- Type of skin cancer caused by UV radiation and genetic mutations
- Characterized by symptoms such as asymmetrical moles, irregular borders, multicolored moles, and diameter >6mm
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Test your knowledge of the human skin's different layers, including the epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis, and their functions.
