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What condition is characterized by partial or complete loss of hair?
What condition is characterized by partial or complete loss of hair?
Which term describes a benign, slow-growing fatty tumor located between the skin and the muscle layer?
Which term describes a benign, slow-growing fatty tumor located between the skin and the muscle layer?
What condition is marked by large, irregular areas of purplish discoloration under the skin?
What condition is marked by large, irregular areas of purplish discoloration under the skin?
Which skin condition is known for producing tiny red pimples and enlarged blood vessels without a known cause?
Which skin condition is known for producing tiny red pimples and enlarged blood vessels without a known cause?
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What term is used for the removal of damaged tissue and cellular debris from a wound to promote healing?
What term is used for the removal of damaged tissue and cellular debris from a wound to promote healing?
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Which condition involves a severe bacterial infection that spreads rapidly in the connective tissues of the skin?
Which condition involves a severe bacterial infection that spreads rapidly in the connective tissues of the skin?
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Which of the following is a malignant tumor of the scaly squamous cells of the epithelium?
Which of the following is a malignant tumor of the scaly squamous cells of the epithelium?
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What skin disorder is characterized by recurring dermatitis with symptoms of itching, redness, and dryness?
What skin disorder is characterized by recurring dermatitis with symptoms of itching, redness, and dryness?
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Skin Conditions
- Alopecia: Partial or complete hair loss, usually in the scalp.
- Bulla: Large blister, typically greater than 0.5 cm in diameter.
- Capillary Hemangioma: Soft, raised, pink, or red vascular birthmark.
- Cellulitis: Acute, rapidly spreading bacterial infection in skin tissues.
- Chloasma: Pigmentation disorder causing brownish spots, often on the face.
- Debridement: Removal of dirt, foreign objects, damaged tissue and cellular debris from wounds, to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Dermatitis: Skin inflammation.
- Diaphoresis: Profuse sweating.
- Ecchymosis: Large, irregular purplish discoloration due to bleeding beneath the skin.
- Eczema: Recurring skin inflammation, characterized by itching, redness, and dryness.
- Erythema: Redness of the skin due to dilated capillaries.
- Erythroderma: Widespread redness of skin.
- Exfoliative Dermatitis: Skin condition with widespread scaling.
- Folliculitis: Inflammation of hair follicles.
- Hematoma: Localized swelling of clotted blood in tissues.
- Keloid: Abnormal, raised, thickened scar that extends beyond the original wound.
- Keratosis: Skin growth, like warts or calluses, characterized by skin overgrowth and thickening.
- Lipomas: Benign, slow-growing fatty tumors between skin and muscle.
- Macule: Discolored, flat spot on the skin, less than 1 cm in diameter.
- Malignant Melanoma: Skin cancer originating from melanocytes.
- Necrotizing Fasciitis: Severe bacterial infection of tissues just below the skin.
- Papilloma: Benign, wart-like growth on epithelial tissue.
- Pediculosis: Infestation with lice.
- Psoriasis: Common skin condition with red papules and silvery scales, often on joints.
- Scabies: Skin infection from microscopic mites.
- Rosacea: Chronic skin condition of unknown cause, with redness and pimples.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Malignant tumor of skin's scaly squamous cells.
- Vitiligo: Skin condition resulting from melanocyte destruction, causing white patches.
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Test your knowledge on various skin conditions such as alopecia, dermatitis, and eczema. This quiz covers definitions, symptoms, and treatments associated with common skin disorders. Challenge yourself and learn more about skin health!
