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CC306 (Natoli): Chapter 3
Group 2: Medical Terminology
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05/21/2012

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epithelium
Definition
cells covering external and internal surfaces of the body
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epidermis
Definition
thin outer-layer of the skin
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melanocyte
Definition
cell in the basal layer that gives color to skin
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melanin
Definition
dark brown/black pigment contained in melanocytes
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dermis (corium)
Definition
dense, fibrous connective tissue layer of the skin
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sebaceous glands
Definition
oils glands in the skin
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sebum
Definition
oily substance secreted by the sebaceous glands
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sudoriferous glands
Definition
sweat glands
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subcutaneous layer (hypodermis)
Definition
connective and adipose tissue layer just under the dermis
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keratin
Definition
hard protein material found in the epidermis, hair and nails
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alopecia
Definition
baldness
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erythema
Definition
redness of the skin
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pruritus
Definition
severe itching
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suppuration
Definition
the production of pus
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urticaria
Definition
hives; stinging nettle
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dermatitis
Definition
inflammation of the skin
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dermatosis
Definition
any disorder of the skin
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onychia
Definition
inflammation of the fingernail or toenail
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paronychia
Definition
inflammation of the nail fold
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pediculosis
Definition
infestation with lice
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seborrhea
Definition
hypersecretion of sebum
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anesthetic
Definition
a drug that temporarily blocks transmission of nerve conduction to produce a loss of sensations
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antibiotic
Definition
a drug that kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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antifungal
Definition
a drug that kills or prevents the growth of fungi
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antihistamine
Definition
a drug that blocks the effects of histamine in the body
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antipruritic
Definition
a drug that relieves itching
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antiseptic
Definition
an agent that inhibits the growth of infectious microorganisms
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rubella
Definition
German measles
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rubeola
Definition
14-day measles
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eczema
Definition
a skin condition characterized by the appearance of inflamed, swollen papules and vesicles that crust and scale
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