Lesions of the Skin
What is a Lesion
A Lesion is a mark on the skin that may indicate an injury or damage
Hair follicle filled with keratin (protein) and sebum (fatty oil); may be treated in salon
What is an closed Comedo (blackhead)
inflammatory condition characterized by moderate to severe inflammation, scaling, and sometimes severe itching
What is-
Eczema
American society recommends using the ______ checklist to spot signs of change in moles
What is-
ABCDE
Many Scientists and dermatologists believe that extrinsic factors such as exposure to the sun or smoking are responsible for up to ______ percent of skin
What is-
85
What is the Definition of a Primary lesion
Primary Lesions
-are lesions that are different color of the skin and/or lesions raised above the surface of the skin
Chronic inflammation of the sebaceous (oil) glands
What is Acne
Non-contagious skin disease characterized by red patches with silver white scales found on the scalp
What is-
Psoriasis
What is-
basal cell carcinoma
The layer of the epidermis where the process of skin cell shedding begins is the _____
What is-
Stratum corneum
What's the definition of Secondary Lesions
Secondary Lesions
-are characterized by piles of material on the skin surface, such as a crust or scab, or by depressions in the skin surface, such as a ulcer
benign, keratin-filled cysts that appear under the epidermis and have no visible opening; may be treated in salon
What is -Milia
any inflammatory condition of the skin
What is
-Dermatitis
More serious than basal cell; often characterized by scaly red papules or nodules
What is
-Squamous cell carcinoma
A ______ is an abnormal, rounded, solid lump above within, or under the skin that is larger than a papule.
What is-
Tubercle
Name the Secondary Lesions
Crust, fissure, keloid, scale, ulcer
large, protruding pocket-like lesion filled with sebum, frequently found on the scalp and and back.
What is -
Sebaceous Cyst
contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores
What is
-Herpes simplex
Least common but most dangerous type of skin cancer; characterized by black or dark brown patches on the skin
What is -
Malignant Melanoma
The layer of the epidermis also known as the basal cell layer is the ________
What is-
Stratum germinativum
Name the Primary Lesions
bulla, cyst, nodule, papule, pustule, tumor, macule, vesicle, wheal
A chronic condition that occurs primarily on the cheeks and nose
What is-
Rosacea
Red Patches covered with silver, white scales treatable but not curable
What is
-Impetigo
What are the ABCDE'S of Melanoma
A-Asymmetry
B-Border
C-Color
D- Diameter
E-Evolving
Which nerve fibers carry impulses from the brain to control muscle movement?
What is-
Motor