Lesions
Lesions in their initial stages of developement.
What are Primary (Lesions)
An inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous glands.
What is Acne
A physician who treats disorders and diseases of the skin.
What is a Dermatologist
An inflammatory and vascular disorder with multiple causes.
What is Rosacea
A general term for an abnormal growth of skin.
What is a Hypertrophy
A flat spot or discoloration on the skin known as a freckle or age spot.
What is a Macule
Acne is graded on a scale of 1 to ___.
What is 4
If you do not recognize a skin condition on a client, you should ____.
A congenital disorder resulting in a loss of pigmentation or hypopigmentation.
What is Leukoderma
Cause of the itchy feeling that often accompanies contact dermatitis.
What are Histamines
A crack in the skin.
What is a Fissure
A buildup of cells, sebum, and other debris inside follicles.
What is a Comedo
The D in the ABCDEs of Melanoma detection stands for this.
What is Diameter
Visible or distended capillaries commonly found on the face.
What is Telangiectasia
Redness caused by inflammation or cell damage in the dermis.
What is Erythema
Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping.
What is an Excoriation
An abnormal secretion of the sebaceous glands causing severe oiliness.
What is Seborrhea
Most common and least severe type of skin cancer.
What is Basal Cell Carcinoma
A fungal condition that inhibits melanin production.
What is Tinea Versicolor
Ingrown hairs are known as ___.
What is Folliculitis
Another name for a Wheal.
What is Urticaria
A disease of persistent dryness and lack of sebum.
What is Asteatosis
PCOS or Peecos.
What is Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Also known as a birthmark.
What is a Nevus
Medical term for itching.
What is Pruritus