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Dermatology |
The branch of medical science that studies and treats the skin and it’s disorders and diseases |
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Dermatologist |
A physician who treats disorders and diseases of the skin |
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Lesions |
Structural changes in the tissues caused by damage or injury. Any mark, wound, or abnormality is described as a lesion. |
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Primary lesion |
Lesions in the early stages of development or change |
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Bulla |
A large blister containing watery fluid. Similar to a vesicle, but larger. |
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Cyst |
A closed, abnormally developed sac containing fluid, infection, or other matter above or below the skin. |
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Macule |
A flat spot or discoloration on the skin, such as a freckle or a red spot left after a pimple has healed |
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Nodule |
Often referred to as tumors, but they are smaller bumps caused by conditions such as scar tissue, fatty deposits, or infections. |
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Papule |
A small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid, but may develop into a pustule. |
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Pustules |
An inflamed papule with a white or yellow center containing pus, a fluid consisting of white blood cells, bacteria, and other debris. |
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Tubercle |
An abnormal rounded, solid lump larger that a papule |
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Tumor |
A large nodule; an abnormal cell mass resulting from excessive cell multiplication, varying in size, shape and, color |
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Vesicle |
A small blister or sac containing clear fluid. Poison ivy and poison oak produce vesicles |
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Wheal |
An itchy, swollen lesion caused by a blow, insect bite, skin allergy, or stings. Hives and mosquito bites are wheals. Also allergic reactions from products |
