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basal cell carcinoma
Cancerous tumor of the basal cell layer of the epidermis. A frequent type of skin cancer that rarely metastasizes or spreads. Can arise on sun exposed skin. |
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biopsy
A diagnostic procedure. A piece of tissue is removed by syringe and needle, knife,punch, or brush to examine under a microscope. |
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culture and sensitivity
A laboratory test that grows a colony of bacteria removed from an infected area in order to identify the specific infecting bacteria and then determine it's sensitivity to a variety of antibiotics. |
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decubitus ulcer
A bedsore or pressure sore. |
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dermatology
Branch of medicine involving diagnosis & treatment of conditions and diseases of the integumentary system. |
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frozen section
A thin piece of tissue is cut from a frozen specimen for rapid examination under a microscope. |
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herpes simplex virus
A herpes virus that affects the skin and nervous system. |
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incision and drainage
Making an incision to create an opening for the drainage of material such as pus. |
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intradermal
Pertaining to within the skin; an intradermal injection |
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malignant melanoma
A dangerous form of skin cancer caused by an uncontrolled growth of melanocytes. May quickly metastasize or spread to internal organs |
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squamous cell carcinoma
Cancer of the epidermis layer of skin that may invade deeper tissue & metastasize. Often begins as a sore that doesn't heal. |
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skin graft
The transfer of skin from a normal area to cover another site. Used to treat burn victims & after some surgical procedures. Also called dermaplasty. |
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systemic lupus erythematosus
Chronic disease of the connective tissue that injures the skin, joints, kidneys, nervous system and mucous membranes. May produce a characteristic red, scaly butterfly rash across the cheeks and nose. |
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subcutaneous (hypodermis)
Third & deepest layer of the skin. Composed of lipocytes. Protects the deeper tissues of the body & acts as insulation for heat and cold. |
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