Medical Terminology_Integumentary System_60 words

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actinic keratosis

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A precancerous skin growth that occurs on sun-damaged skin.

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capillary

hemangioma

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Soft, raised, pink or 

red vascular birthmark.

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diaphoresis

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Profuse, or excess sweating.

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exfoliative

dermatitis

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A condition in which there is widespread scaling of the skin, often with pruritus, erythroderma, and hair loss.

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keloid

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An abnormally raised or thickened scar that expands beyond the 

boundaries of the incision.

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onychomycosis

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A fungal infection of the nail.

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rosacea

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Characterized by tiny red pimples and broken blood vessels.

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wheal

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A small bump that itches and often appears as a symptom of an allergic reaction.

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albinism

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A genetic condition characterized by a deficiency or the absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and irises of the eyes.

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carbuncle

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A cluster of connected furuncles.