Coloring of the skin
Yellowish discoloration of the skin shown in babies and caused by liver disease in adults
Jaundice
Most dangerous type of skin cancer
Melanoma
Serves as a barrier for the sun’s UV rays
protection
a closer sac containing fluid or semi-solid material
Cyst
A contagious fungal infection
Athletes Foot
Blue discoloration of the skin caused by a lack of oxygen
Cyanosis
Name all three types of Skin cancer
Melanoma, Basal cell carcinoma, and squamous cell carcinoma
Vitamin D
Production
small knot like mass
Nodules
A fungal infection that presents in circular patterns on the skin
Ringworm
Melanin is created from brown pigment caused by this
Melancytes
What are sweat glands called?
Sudiferous glands
certain substances can be absorbed through the skin
Absorption
Flat colorations of the skin and firm raised areas of the skin
Macules and Papules
Warts
Verruace
pigment that gives the skin a orange or yellow tone
Carotene
What are oil glands called?
Sebaceous glands
nerves in the skin help the body respond to pain
Sensory Perception
a deep loss of skin surface
Ulcer
An inflammation of the skin
Dermatitis
Red coloring of the skin often caused by irritation, burns, and blood vessels
Erythema
The least dangerous skin cancer
basal cell carcinoma
blood vessels in the skin help the body retain or lose heat
Temperature Regulation
itchy elevated areas with irregular shapes
Wheals
How can ringworm be treated?
Antifungal Medication