Inflammation
What's a chronic inflammatory condition in which the small capillaries become dilated and inflamed? (commonly on the nose & cheeks)
Rosacea
Define allergen
a substance that causes an allergy
Define acne
A chronic inflammatory disorder of the sebaceous glands
What is the alert on eczema?
Use caution (avoid treatment on active inflammation)
What is an inflammation that causes itching, usually on undamaged skin?
Pruritus
Describe the difference of an open and closed comedone
Open (blackhead), Closed (Whitehead)
What condition describes thick, scaly, silvery plaques?
Psoriasis
What is a skin condition that is influenced by the weather or season changes?
Seasonal Disease
Describe the difference between types 1, 2, & 3 grade acne
1: mild, non-inflammatory
2: moderate acne
3: severe acne
What disorder is affected by temperature changes, often inherited, and causes a rough sandpaper feel?
Atopic Dermatitis
Define contagious
A disease that is communicable by casual contact
Describe the difference between Atopic and Contact dermatitis
Atopic: Inflammation usually caused by allergic reactions, often inherited
Contact: Contact with substances that clients are allergic to that causes inflamed, red, itchy, irritated skin
What is the medical term for hives? (with correct pronunciation)
What is the buildup of skin cells on the top layer of the skin?
Keratosis
Pronounce Pseudofolliculitis Barbae
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