Skin Layers
The only epidermal cell layer that can undergo mitosis; the deepest layer of the epidermis
Stratum Basale
a highly contagious, common childhood disease that is characterized by extremely itchy, fluid-filled blisters
Herpes varicella
Most common form of skin cancer
Basal Cell carcinoma
vellus hair
Swelling
Edema
true skin; layer of dense connective tissue
Dermis
Cyanosis
type of rapidly growing cancer that appears as a scaly, reddened patch of skin
Squamous cell carcinoma
growth zone
matrix
bruising
Hematoma
composed solely of connective tissue and includes NO epithelial cells
Synovial membrane
death of body tissue due to a lack of blood flow or a serious bacterial infection
Gangrene
the removal of dead or loose tissue in order to promote healing
Debride
clear fluid secreted by synovial membranes
Synovial fluid
tough protein found in the skin, hair, and nails
Keratin
surround and help protect the body's surfaces
Membranes
fungal infection of the feet
Athlete's foot
Cancer of the melanocytes; the most serious form of skin cancer
Malignant Melanoma
layer of epithelium on top of loose connective tissue
Lamina propria
Sebum
clear layer of thick skin found only on the palms of the hands, fingers, soles of the feet, and toes
Stratum lucidum
a chronic (long-lasting) autoimmune disorder that causes patches of skin to lose pigment or color
Vitiligo
form of skin cancer that appears in many cases of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
Karposi's sarcoma
specialized white blood cells
Phagocytes
Bed sore/ulcer
Decubitus