Sebaceous Glands
A disorder that is characterized by dry, scaly skin from sebum deficiency.
What is asteatosis.
An inflammatory skin condition caused by an allergic reaction from contact with a substance or chemical.
What is contact dermatitis.
A chronic condition that appears primarily on the cheeks and nose and is characterized by flushing (redness) telangiectasia, and, in some cases, the formation of papules or pustules.
What is rosacea.
A non-inflamed buildup of cells, sebum, and other debris inside a follicle.
What is a comedone.
Capillaries that have been damaged and are now larger or distended blood vessels. Commonly called couperose skin.
What is telangiectasia.
Another name for a boil.
What is a furuncle.
Foul-smelling perspiration, usually in the underarms or on the feet.
What is bromhidrosis.
Swelling from a fluid imbalance in the cells, or from a response to injury, infection, or medication.
What is edema
this is a vascular lesion is characterized by abnormally dilated and twisted veins that can occur anywhere on the body
what is varicose veins
This is what a group of boils is called.
What is a carbuncle.
An itchy skin disease characterized by red patches covered with white-silver scales. Caused by an over-proliferation of skin cells, that replicate too fast.
What is psoriasis.
Whitish, pearl-like masses of sebum and dead cells under the skin, with no visible opening, often mistakenly called whiteheads.
What are milia.
The technical name for prickly heat, or heat rash?
What is millaria rubra.
The technical term for hives.
What is urticaria.