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LOM Ch 16 Skin Set 6
Language of Medicine, 9th Edition, Davi-Ellen Chabner Skin
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06/25/2010

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wheal
Definition
smooth, edematous papule or plaque that is redder or paler than the surrounding site
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alopecia
Definition
absence of hair from areas where it normally grows
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alopecia areata
Definition
an autoimmune disease in which hair falls out in patches without scarring or inflammation
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ecchymosis
Definition
the singular of ecchymoses
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ecchymosis
Definition
bluish-purplish mark (bruise) on the skin
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out
Definition
The prefix ec- means ________
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chym/o
Definition
combined form meaning pour
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petechiae
Definition
plural of petechia
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petechia
Definition
small, pinpoint hemorrhage
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pupura
Definition
bleeding into the skin
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purpura
Definition
Ecchymosis and petechia are two forms of ________
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pruritus
Definition
itching
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urticaria
Definition
acute allergic reaction in which, red, round wheals develop on the skin
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acne
Definition
chronic papular and pustular eruption of the skin with incrased production of sebum
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acne vulgaris
Definition
caused by the buildup of sebum and keratin in the pores of the skin
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blackhead
Definition
another name for comedo
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comedo
Definition
a sebum plug partially blocking the pore
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comedones
Definition
What is the plural of comedo?
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whitehead
Definition
sebum plug that blocks the pore completely
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blackhead
Definition
open comedo
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whitehead
Definition
closed comedo
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burns
Definition
injury to tissue caused by heat contact
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first-degree burns
Definition
superficial epidermal lesions, erythema, hyperesthesia, and no blisters
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second-degree burn
Definition
partial-thickness burn injury
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second degree burn
Definition
epidermal and dermal lesions, erythema, blisters, and hyperesthesia
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third degree burn
Definition
full thickness burn injury
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third degree burns
Definition
epidermis and dermis are destroyed, and subcutaneous layer is damaged, leaving charred white tissue
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cellulitis
Definition
diffuse, acute infection of the skin marked by local heat, redness, pain, and swelling
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eczema
Definition
inflammatory skin disease with erythematous, papulovesicular lesions
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exanthematous viral disease
Definition
rash of the skin due to a viral infection
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