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LOM Ch 16
skin neoplasms
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Medical
Not Applicable
02/25/2005

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Term
callus
Definition
increased growth of cells in the keratin layer of the epidermis caused by pressure or friction.
Term
keloid
Definition
hypertrophied, thickened scar that occurs after trauma or surgical incisions.
Term
Keratosis
Definition
thickened area of the epidermis
Term
leukoplakia
Definition
White, thickened patches on mucous membrane tissue of the tongue or cheek
Term
nevus
Definition
pigmented lesion of the skin
Term
verruca
Definition
epidermal growth caused by a virus (wart)
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