Dermatitis
general term for inflammatory condition of the skin
What is the definition of a hypertrophy?
An abnormal growth; many benign or harmless
What is an inflammation of the mucous membrane around the eye due to chemical, bacterial, or viral causes?
Conjunctivitis
What is the bacterial infection of the skin that often occurs in children; characterized by clusters of small blisters of crusty lesions filled with bacteria?
Impetigo
What is the acne-like condition around the mouth consisting mainly of small clusters of papules?
Perioral dermatitis
What is contact dermatitis?
Occupational disorders from ingredients in cosmetics and chemical solutions
Can be from contact with allergens and caustic chemicals
What is the term for the thickening of the skin caused by a mass of keratinocytes?
Hyperkeratosis
What is the fungal infection that produces symptoms of thick, brittle, discolored nails?
Onychomycosis
What are fungal infections called?
What is a form of eczema characterized by inflammation, dry or oily scaling or crusting, and/or itchiness?
Seborrheic Dermatitis
What is caused by exposure to and direct skin contact with an allergen?
Allergic contact dermatitis
What is an acquired patch of epidermis such as a callus?
Keratoma
What is also known as ringworm?
Tinea corporis
What is a form of obsessive compulsive disorder in which the person picks at their skin to the point of injury, infection, or scarring?
Dermatillomania
What is poor circulation in the lower legs that can create a chronic inflammatory state?
Stasis Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis
What is an abnormally thick buildup of skin cells?
Keratosis
What is also known as a wart?
Verruca
What is a psychological disorder where the client has a preoccupation with their appearance? ("spa-hoppers")
Body dysmorphic disorder
What is an itchy skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales?
Psoriasis
What is the inflammatory, painful, itching disease of the skin; acute or chronic in nature; has dry or moist lesions?
Eczema
What is the redness and bumpiness in the cheeks, upper arms, or thighs blocked by follicles?
Keratosis pilaris
What are the three types of herpes and examples of them?
Simplex virus 1 - fever blisters or cold sores
Simplex virus 2 - genital herpes
Herpes zoster - shingles
What are the five sudoriferous gland disorders and their descriptions?
Anhidrosis - deficiency in perspiration
Bromhidrosis - foul-smelling perspiration
Hyperhidrosis - chronic excessive perspiration from heat, genetics, stress, or medications
Diaphoresis - excessive perspiration due to underlying medical condition
Miliaria rubra - prickly heat
What is a small outgrowth or extension of the skin?
Skin tag