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What is melanotic sarcoma a type of?
What is melanotic sarcoma a type of?
- Pathology
- Skin cancer (correct)
- Mole
- Dermatitis
Where is the thickest skin located?
Where is the thickest skin located?
- Face
- Thighs
- Palms and soles (correct)
- Back
What do astringents, toners, and refreshers do?
What do astringents, toners, and refreshers do?
- Exfoliate the skin
- Create a barrier
- Moisturize the skin
- Cleanse the skin (correct)
What is the term for the study of diseases?
What is the term for the study of diseases?
Sweat glands are controlled by which system?
Sweat glands are controlled by which system?
What is the top layer of the epidermis called?
What is the top layer of the epidermis called?
What is another name for a keratoma?
What is another name for a keratoma?
What is the definition of bromidrosis?
What is the definition of bromidrosis?
What is excessive secretion from sebaceous glands called?
What is excessive secretion from sebaceous glands called?
What are sweat and oil glands referred to as?
What are sweat and oil glands referred to as?
What are accumulations of hardened sebum beneath the skin called?
What are accumulations of hardened sebum beneath the skin called?
What is the condition characterized by overproduction of sweat due to heat or weakness?
What is the condition characterized by overproduction of sweat due to heat or weakness?
Where do steatomas most often appear?
Where do steatomas most often appear?
What is the decrease in activity of melanocytes causing hypopigmentation called?
What is the decrease in activity of melanocytes causing hypopigmentation called?
Which layer protects all other layers of the epidermis?
Which layer protects all other layers of the epidermis?
What does anhidrosis refer to?
What does anhidrosis refer to?
What is another name for the stratum germinativum?
What is another name for the stratum germinativum?
Give an example of a subjective symptom.
Give an example of a subjective symptom.
What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
What is the outermost layer of the skin called?
What does the papillary canal take to the surface of the skin?
What does the papillary canal take to the surface of the skin?
What is the allergic reaction to cosmetics or chemicals called?
What is the allergic reaction to cosmetics or chemicals called?
What causes dry scaly skin due to decreased sebum production?
What causes dry scaly skin due to decreased sebum production?
What is a macule more commonly known as?
What is a macule more commonly known as?
What is the technical term for a blackhead?
What is the technical term for a blackhead?
What quality is notable about the stratum corneum?
What quality is notable about the stratum corneum?
What is referred to as the 'true skin'?
What is referred to as the 'true skin'?
A papule is an example of what type of lesion?
A papule is an example of what type of lesion?
What are sebaceous glands also known as?
What are sebaceous glands also known as?
What is a cyst defined as?
What is a cyst defined as?
Which layer of the epidermis sheds keratin cells that are constantly replaced?
Which layer of the epidermis sheds keratin cells that are constantly replaced?
Which layer of the skin contains large blood vessels that transport nourishment?
Which layer of the skin contains large blood vessels that transport nourishment?
Which layer does not contain blood vessels?
Which layer does not contain blood vessels?
This layer contains collagen protein and elastin fibers. Which layer is it?
This layer contains collagen protein and elastin fibers. Which layer is it?
What is the technical name for liver spots?
What is the technical name for liver spots?
What can vesicles be produced by?
What can vesicles be produced by?
In which layer does cell division occur?
In which layer does cell division occur?
What is the technical term for a birthmark or congenital mole?
What is the technical term for a birthmark or congenital mole?
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Study Notes
Skin Cancer and Conditions
- Melanotic sarcoma originates from moles, classified as a type of skin cancer.
- Leukoderma results from decreased melanocyte activity, leading to hypopigmentation.
- Bromidrosis is characterized by foul-smelling perspiration.
Skin Structure
- The thickest skin is found on the palms and soles.
- The epidermis's outermost layer is called the stratum corneum, known for being the toughest layer of skin.
- The subcutaneous layer houses large blood vessels that deliver nourishment to the skin and nerves.
Skin Glands and Functions
- Sweat glands are controlled by the nervous system.
- Sebaceous glands, also known as oil glands, produce excess secretions referred to as seborrhea.
- Duct glands encompass sweat and oil glands, playing a role in skin hydration and temperature regulation.
Skin Disorders
- Hyperhidrosis leads to excessive sweating due to heat or weakness.
- Asteatosis is dry, scaly skin resulting from reduced sebum production.
- Dermatitis venenata is an allergic reaction to cosmetics or chemicals common among salon professionals.
Skin Lesions
- Whiteheads are accumulations of hardened sebum, also referred to as milia.
- A papule is classified as a primary skin lesion, reflecting a type of skin abnormality.
- Comedone is the technical term for a blackhead.
Skin Characteristics
- Macule refers to a freckle, representing a pigmented spot on the skin.
- Vesicles can be formed from irritants like poison ivy.
- Cell division occurs in the stratum germinativum, also known as the basal layer.
Additional Skin Terms
- Naevus is the technical term for a birthmark or congenital mole.
- Stratum germinativum is another name for the basal layer of the epidermis.
- Anhidrosis is defined as a lack of perspiration due to fever or disease.
Key Facts
- Stratum corneum continuously sheds keratin cells that are replenished over time.
- The term pathology embodies the study of diseases impacting the skin and other organs.
- Chloasma is the technical name for liver spots, reflecting skin discoloration changes.
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