Hair and Scalp Flashcard

Front

Hair flowing in the same direction, resulting from follicles sloping in the same direction.

Back

Hair Stream

Front

Ringworm of the scalp.

Back

Tinea Capitis

Front

Boil; acute, localized bacterial infection of the hair follicle that produces constant pain.

Back

Furuncle

Front

Ability of the hair to absorb moisture.

Back

Hair Porosity

Front

Easily absorbs moisture; in chemistry terms, capable of combining with or attracting water (water-loving).

Back

Hydrophilic

Front

Tuft of hair that stands straight up.

Back

Cowlick

Front

Ability of the hair to stretch and return to its original length without breaking.

Back

Hair Elasticity

Front

Inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue caused by staphylococci; similar to a furuncle but larger.

Back

Carbuncle

Front

Thickness or diameter of the individual hair strand.

Back

Hair Texture

Front

Hair that forms in a circular pattern on the crown of the head.

Back

Whorl