Skin Structure
______ is the outermost layer of skin
Epidermis
Itchy swollen lesion that last a few hours from a insect bite.
Foul smelling perspiration
Bromhidrosis
What vitamin supports the overall health of the skin and aids in the health, function & repair
Vitamin A
The fatty layer found below the dermis
Adipose, subcutis, or subcutaneous tissue
A large blister containing watery fluid
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue.
Keloid
Two types of Leukoderma
Vitiligo & Albinism
Water composes approximately ______ percent of our body's total weight
60
Reticular layer
Macule
Ant thin plate of epidermal flakes, dry or oily (excessive dandruff)
Scale
Lentigenes
Glands that are connected to the hair follicles and secrete sebum.
sebaceous glands
The spiny layer where the process of skin shedding begins is also referred to as the ________
Cyst
Crust
A deficiency in perspiration
Anhidrosis
Gives the skin flexibility and elasticity.
elastin
The deepest layer of the epidermis where melanocytes are found.
Stratum Germinativum/ Basal Cell layer
an abnormal cell mass resulting from excessive multiplication of cells that varies in size, shape & color
Tumor
also known as prickly heat
Miliaria rubra
What is the five basic functions of the skin ?
Protection, sensation, heat regulation, excretion,& secretion