Skin Cancer
Both UVB and UVA exposure cause damage to the DNA in skin cells ? True or false?
TRUE :)
what type of bacteria normally lives in the follicle
cutibacterium
How many people worldwide are affected by rosacea?
415 million
Cutterage
method of removing lesions using scraping type blade.
actinic keratosis
rough scaly area of sun damaged skin. Red or pigmented crusty scaly rough patches.
Explain dysplastic
Cells with altered DNA are known as dysplastic. When these cells replicate with damamged DNA cells , they form mutant cells that can be the beggining of skin cancer.
what percente of people from ages of 12 to 24 experience acne
85%
What are long term issues of untreated rosacea?
Skin thickening, texture changes ,and permanent dialated capilaries.
elastosis
skin sagging
Small donut shaped lesions. Appear like open comedones sourrounded by a ridge of skin. Found in oiller areas of the skin.
What is the most common type of skin cancer and where is it usually found?
Basal cell carcinoma. Ears, face,hands, arms, legs, back, chest.
Papules, pustles,nodules, and cysts are what type of lesions?
inflammatory acne lesions
Chronic flushing of the facial skin triggers the production of a biochemical called what?
VGF ( vascular growth factor)
Inflammation cascade
series of biochemical reactions that occurs when the skin is irritated or injured.
Chloasma
condition characterized by deep reddish brown colored hyperpigmentation cause by sun exposure. AKA liver spots
Where does melonoma orginate ?
melanocytes
How does heat and humidity worsen acne ?
Heat and humidity cause skin to swell. Swelling causes pressure on follicles, which worsens potential for acne lesions.
What is the mite that is associated with rosacea?
demodex folliculorum
MMPs ( matrix metalloproteinase
self destruct enzymes that break down structual components responsible for smoothness, firmness, elasticity, and moisture content
Dermatosis papulosa nigra
conditioned characterized by benign papules usually on face and neck affecting individuals with dark or more heavily pigmented skin
what are the ABCDE'S of Melonoma
asymmetrical border color diameter evolving
Seborrheic derm. is more common in males or females? What are some known triggers for seborrheic dermatitis?
Males. emotional issues, stress, trauma,depression, alcohol, HIV, parkinsons, and rosacea.
What is Phymatous rosacea?
Swollen nose and thickening of the skin . Can cause disfiguring of the nose and other facial features.
alipidic
dry; without lipids
Solar lentigines
clumps of pigment in the skin that are repeatedly burned or exposed to the sun before a sunburn has healed . Typically found on noses,cheeks,chests,and shoulders. AKA freckles