Primary Lesions
An itchy, swollen lesion that can be caused by a scratch, bite from insect, skin allergy, examples hives, mosquito bites.
Wheal
Also known as Pink Eye. Inflammation of the mucous membrane around the eye, due to chemical Bacterial, or viral causes. Very contagiou.
Conjunctivitis
Name the 3 types of skin cancer
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Malignant Melanoma
results in exposure to the sun.
Tan
Moist, plump even skin, no pustules or papules.
Normal Skin
Abnormal mass that varies in size shape and color. Any type of abnormal growth not always cancerous
Tumor
A bacteria infection of the skin that often occurs in children, small blisters or crusty lesions filled with bacteria
Impetigo
More serious than the least sever type of cancer. Red scaly or pink papules, or nodules. Open sores or crusty areas, can grow and spread on the body
Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Darkened pigmentation due to an injury to the skin or the residual healing after an acne lesion has resolved. Deep, red purple, or brown in appearanc.
Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
Red and inflamed; many comedones, papules, and pustule.
Grade III acne
Small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop pus. Example acne, warts
Papules
Fungal infection. Fungi feed on protein, carbohydrates and lipids on the skin
Tinea
Most common and least severe. Appears as light, pearly nodules, sores, reddish patches, or smooth growth with an elevated boarder.
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Characterized by white, irregular patches of skin that are totally lacking pigment.
Vitiligo ( Lacks pigment)
Minorbeakouts, mostly open comedones, some closed comedones, and a few papules.
Grade I Acne
Small blister or sac containing clear fluid, lying within or just beneath the epidermis. Example poison ivy
Vesicle
Fungal infection that produces symptoms of thick, brittle discolored nails. Facial service may continue, but do not perform a hand/foot massage
Onychomycosis
What are the ABCDE’s of Melanoma Detection
A Symmetry
B Border
C Color
D Diameter
E Evolving
Also known as a birthmar. A malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries.
Nevis
Cystic Acne; cysts with comedones, papule, pustules, and inflammation; scar formation from tissue damage is common.
Grade IV acne
Raised inflames papule with white or yellow center containing pus in the top of the lesion. Example impetigo, folliculitis
Pustule
Herpes Zoster
Most serious form, spreads quickly, black or dark patches, with uneven textures, jagged edges. 100 percent fatal if left untreated.
Malignant Melanoma
Triggered by Hormonal changes, oftenduring pregnancy or with birth control issues. Solid fairly symmetrical hyperpigmentation
Melasma
Many closed comedones, more open comedones, and occasional papules sand pustules.
Grade II acne