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BCC = Basal Cell Carcinoma |
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- The most common type of skin cancer that arises from basal cells in the epidermis. BCC grows slowly and rarely spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body. It often appears as a pearly or waxy bump, a flat lesion, or a sore that does not heal, typically on sun-exposed areas of the skin.
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| Stop, controlling, standing Example: Hemostasis – The stopping of blood flow, critical in wound healing. |
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| Resembling Example: Xanthoid – Resembling yellow, often describing yellowish discolorations of the skin or lesions |
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| rrhagia: Excessive discharge Example: Hemorrhage – Excessive bleeding, which may occur externally or internally. |
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| Tumor, swelling Example: Lipoma – A benign tumor composed of fatty tissue, often found under the skin. |
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| Softening Example: Onychomalacia – Softening of the nails, which can occur due to fungal infections or malnutrition. |
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| Pertaining to Example: Dermal – Pertaining to the skin, particularly the dermis layer, which contains blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. |
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| Excision Example: Lipectomy – Surgical removal of fat, often performed for cosmetic reasons or to address localized fat deposits. |
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| Substance that produces/causes, agent that produces/causes Example: Pathogen – An agent, such as a bacterium, virus, or fungus, that causes diseases, including skin infections like impetigo. |
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| Specialist who studies and treats Example: Dermatologist – A medical specialist who diagnoses and treats skin disorders such as acne, eczema, and skin cancer. |
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| Fat Example: Adipocyte – A fat cell that stores energy in the form of lipids, found primarily in subcutaneous tissue and around internal organs. |
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| Life Example: Biotherapy – The use of living organisms or biologically derived treatments to aid in the treatment of skin conditions, such as using probiotics for acne or biologic drugs for psoriasis. |
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| , derm/o, dermat/o: Skin Example: Dermatitis – Inflammation of the skin caused by irritants, allergens, or infections, resulting in redness, itching, and swelling. |
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| Sweat Example: Hidrosis – The production and excretion of sweat, which can be excessive (hyperhidrosis) or reduced (anhidrosis), depending on the condition. |
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| Black Example: Melanoma – A serious type of skin cancer that develops from melanocytes, the pigment-producing cells responsible for skin color, and is often linked to excessive UV exposure. |
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| Yellow Example: Xanthoma – A yellowish, fatty deposit under the skin, often associated with high cholesterol or lipid disorders. |
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NF = Necrotizing Fasciitis |
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- A rare but severe bacterial infection, often referred to as "flesh-eating disease." It destroys skin, fat, and muscle tissues. Symptoms include severe pain, swelling, fever, and skin discoloration. Rapid treatment with antibiotics and surgical removal of infected tissue is critical to prevent life-threatening complications.
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PDT = Photodynamic Therapy |
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- A treatment that uses light-sensitive medication (photosensitizer) and a specific type of light to destroy abnormal or cancerous cells. PDT is commonly used for skin conditions like actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, and acne. It minimizes damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
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