Ch. 7.2 Body Planes, Directions, and Cavities Key Terms
the innermost layer
hypodermis
skin
integumentary system
flat spots on the skin
Macules
get smaller
constrict
get larger
dilate
true skin/corium
loss of hair on the scalp
Alopecia
dried areas of pus and blood
Crusts
absence of color pigment
Albino
Blueish discoloration of the skin
Cyanosis
a closed sac with a distinct membrane that develops abnormally
Cyst
the outermost layer of skin
Epidermis
yellow discoloration of the skin
Juandice
reddish color of the skin
Erythema
brownish black pigment
Melanin
firm, raised areas
Papules
pus filled sacs
Pustules
oil glands
sebaceous glands
sweat glands
sudoriferous glands
innermost layer
Subcutaneous
deep loss of skin surface
Ulcer
fluid filled sacs
Vesicles
itchy, elevated areas with an irregular shape
wheals