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alopecia
loss of hair, baldness
cyanosis
A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to oxygen deficiency
ecchymosis
A flat, irregularly shaped lesion (bruise) of carrying size with no pulsation; caused by blood collection under the skin
edema
Accumulation of fluid in bodes tissues; an excess accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space
erythema
A reddening of the skin
hirsutism
Increasing growth of coarse hair, usually on the face and trunk
jaundice
Yellow-to Orange color visible in the skin and mucous membranes most often the result of a hepatic disorder
keratin
a fibrous, water repellent protein that gives the epidermis its tough, protective quality.
melanin
skin pigment that forms a protective shield to protect keratinocytes and nerve endings in the dermis from the damaging effects of ultraviolet light
pallor
Lack of color paleness of skin
sebum
Sebaceous glands are found all over the body except on the palms and soles. These glands secrete an oily substance called sebum, which softens and lubricates the skin and hair and also decreases water loss from the skin in low humidity. Sebum also protects the body form infection by killing bacteria.
urticaria
Hives
vitiligo
Abnormal patchy loss of melanin from the skin