Acne
This grade of acne is the most difficult to treat
What is Grade II?
Vascular disorders have to do with this system of the body
What is the circulatory system?
One in this many Americans will be diagnosed in their lifetime with skin cancer
What is one in five?
Rare genetic condition characterized by a lack of melanin pigment in the body, including the skin, hair, and eyes
What is albinism?
Caused by exposure to and direct skin contact with an allergen
What is allergic contact dermatitis?
These noninflamed buildups of cells, sebum, and other debris are known as "blackheads" when open and "whiteheads" when closed
What are comedones?
This is defined as visible capillaries, 0.5 to 1mm in diameter, that are commonly found on the face, particularly around the nose, cheeks and chin
What is telangiectasia?
Most serious form of skin cancer as it can spread quickly (metastasize)
What is malignant melanoma?
This is the fungal condition that inhibits melanin production
What is Tinea Versicolor?
Inflammatory, painful, itching, disease of the skin; acute or chronic in nature
What is eczema?
Acne is also known as this more scientific term (two correct answers)
What is acne simplex OR acne vulgaris?
These are often treated with sclerotherapy, an injection into it that causes it to collapse, and causes smaller vessels to disappear
What are varicose veins?
A medical niche has emerged for the esthetician certified in this
What is oncology esthetics?
A malformation of the skin from abnormal pigmentation or dilated capillaries that is present at birth or shortly after birth
What is a nevus?
Chronic, relapsing form of dermatitis, triggered by irritants and allergies
What is atopic dermatitis?
These small, solidified impactions of oil without the cell matter are mainly found on the nose
What are sebaceous filaments?
This is a progressive disorder that starts with flushing and increasing bouts of redness
What is rosacea?
A pink or flesh-colored precancerous lesion that feels sharp or rough and is a result of sun damage
What is Actinic Keratosis?
A flat, pigmented area similar to a freckle; small, yellow-brown spots
What is lentigo?
Name AT LEAST three common allergens that cause contact dermatitis and red, itchy, skin
What are sebaceous hyperplasia?
This, described as dilation of the blood vessels, worsens rosacea and can be caused by spicy foods, alcohol, caffeine, temperature extremes, heat, sun, and stress
What is vasodilation?
This is what the acronym ABCDE means in reference to Melanoma detection
What is Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, and Evolving?
A skin condition caused by actinic bronzing (chronic sun exposure) to the sides of the face and neck
What is Poikiloderma of Civatte?
An acne-like condition around the mouth consisting mainly of small clusters of papules
What is perioral dermatitis?