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Milady 2008 Chapter 20 Study Guide
Skin Diseases & Disorders
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Cosmetology
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03/02/2012

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Term
As we age elastin fibers naturally weaken, causing wrinkling and ___________ of tissue.
Definition
Sagging
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Approximately ___-___ % of our aging is caused by the rays of the sun.
Definition
80-85
Term
The weakening of collagen and elastic fibers occurs at a faster rate when the skin is freely exposed to _____________ without proper protection.
Definition
UV Rays
Term
While they can be damaging to the skin, _____ rays do contribute to the body's synthesis of vitamin D and other important minerals.
Definition
UVB
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Children under ___________ of age should not be exposed to the sun.
Definition
6 Months
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A small discolored spot or patch on the surface of the skin such as a freckle is a:
Definition
Macule
Term
An abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape, and color is a:
Definition
Tumor
Term
A closed, abnormally developed sac, containing fluid, semifluid or morbid matter, above or below the skin is a:
Definition
Cyst
Term
An accumulation of epidermal flakes, dry or greasy, is known as a:
Definition
Scale
Term
A skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping is known as an:
Definition
Excortation
Term
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is called a:
Definition
Keloid
Term
An inflamed pimple containing pus is known as a:
Definition
Pustule
Term
A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis is a:
Definition
Fisture
Term
The technical term for whiteheads is:
Definition
Closed Comedones
Term
The technical term for excessive perspiration is:
Definition
Hyperhydrosis
Term
The technical term for freckles is:
Definition
Lentigines
Term
Congenital absence of melanin pigment of the body is known as:
Definition
Albinism
Term
The technical term for birthmark is:
Definition
Nevus
Term
The technical term for callus is:
Definition
Keratoma
Term
A small brownish spot or blemish on the skin ranging in color from pale tan to brown or bluish black is a:
Definition
Mole
Term
The technical term for wart is:
Definition
Verruca
Term
Skin cancer that starts with a black or dark brown patch on the skin that appears uneven in texture, jagged or raised is:
Definition
Malignant Melanoma
Term
A skin disease characterized by red patches, covered with white-silver scales usually found on the scalp elbows, knees, chest, and lower back is:
Definition
Psoriasis
Term
An inflammatory, painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions is known as:
Definition
Eczema
Term
The recurring virus infection, commonly called fever blisters is known as:
Definition
Herpes Simplex
Term
A sebaceous cyst which is a subcutaneous tumor of the sebaceous gland is known as:
Definition
Steatoma
Term
A condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of seabum, caused by aging and exposure to the cold is:
Definition
Asteatosis
Term
A chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose which is characterized by redness, dilation of the blood vessels and the formation of papules and pustules known as:
Definition
Rosacea
Term
A condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin, in spots that are not elevated is known as:
Definition
Chloasma
Term
An eruptive skin infection caused by contact with irritating substances such as chemicals or tints is:
Definition
Dermatitis Verenata
Term
A skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches; caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells is called:
Definition
Leukoderma
Term
The American Cancer Society recomends using the ABCDE Cancer Checklist to help make skin cancer easier to reconize with A-Asymmetry, B-Border, C-__________, D-diameter, E-evolving
Definition
Color
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