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13 Cards in this Set
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alopecia
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loss of hair, baldness
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cyanosis
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A bluish discoloration of the skin and mucous membranes due to oxygen deficiency
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ecchymosis
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A flat, irregularly shaped lesion (bruise) of carrying size with no pulsation; caused by blood collection under the skin
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edema
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Accumulation of fluid in bodes tissues; an excess accumulation of fluid in the interstitial space
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erythema
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A reddening of the skin
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hirsutism
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Increasing growth of coarse hair, usually on the face and trunk
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jaundice
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Yellow-to Orange color visible in the skin and mucous membranes most often the result of a hepatic disorder
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keratin
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a fibrous, water repellent protein that gives the epidermis its tough, protective quality.
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melanin
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skin pigment that forms a protective shield to protect keratinocytes and nerve endings in the dermis from the damaging effects of ultraviolet light
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pallor
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Lack of color paleness of skin
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sebum
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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.
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urticaria
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Hives
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vitiligo
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Abnormal patchy loss of melanin from the skin
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