Integumentary system

clinically, a transient increase of the titers of a wide range of autoantibodies may occur after vaccination.” (Mahmoud Abu-Shakra, 2009) This could be very dangerous to those with the disease Lupus because their immune systems are compromised. While SLE is a disease of the integumentary system it is also an autoimmune disease. This meaning that Lupus will turn “against the body, causing harm to organs and tissues.” (2015 National Kidney Foundation, 2015) In conclusion after all the testing…

the patient to lose hair and they start to feel really itchy. All though it is call a ringworm it is not a worm or any type of parasite. It is caused by a type of fungus called dermatophytes. It is microscopic and can grow on any part of the integumentary system organs. Dermatophytes live off dead tissue. The signs of Ringworms are very clear and noticeable. The skin will appear to look red and scaly. There is a lot of hairless patches where hair usually grows. The patient is also full of…

The disease of the integumentary system discussed in this essay is called Erysipelas. Erysipelas is a disease of the skin that causes lard raised patches of red skin that is usually on the face or legs, and coupled with severe fever and general illness. It is caused by a bacterial infection, and can be treated by antibiotics given to the patient by a doctor. There are a number of symptoms that can be attributed to Erysipelas. Typically, someone suffering from Erysipelas will develop a fever, a…

Agents: Description of clinical signs fit description of cholinergic toxidrome due to the inhibition of acetylcholinesterase, which has effects on both the peripheral and central nervous system. Nerve agents including: Tabun (GA), Soman (GD), Sarin (GB), GF and VX. carbamate pesticide (aldicarb), organophosphate pesticides including: parathion and malathion, hydrogen cyanide Vapor or aerosal(mg ⋅ min/m3) Tabun (GA): LCt50: 400, Sarin (GB): LCt50: 100, Soman (GD): LCt 50: 50, VX: LCt50: 10,…

Alopecia is a disorder where hair loss occurs. There are lots of different alopecia disorders, but the main thing that they all share is the loss of hair. This happens to people that have Alopecia because their immune system starts to attack their hair follicles. The different types of Alopecia include Alopecia Areata, Alopecia Totalis and Alopecia Universalis. Each of these affect hair loss in different ways. Most people with any type of alopecia are about twenty years of age or older. But in…

body is a complex system of cells, tissues, and organs working together to form systems. There are twelve systems total in the human body and they are: Integumentary, Skeletal, Muscular, Immune, Lymphatic, Cardiovascular, Urinary, Digestive, Respiratory, Nervous, Endocrine, and Reproductive Systems. All the systems are important to the body to function as a whole. If one system is not working correctly, then results are fatal to that person. I believe that the most important systems are the…

A ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin that is very common. Ringworm is not from a worm. It can cause a round shape that is very crusty and scaly on the surface of the body. For different skin tones, it may appear as either white or red patches. There are many types of ringworms that can affect different parts of the body. For example if you have a ringworm on your foot, it would be called “Tinea pedis” which is also called “athlete’s foot”. Ringworms can happen to anybody of any age but…

Characteristics Melanoma is an abnormal spot on the skin. Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. It develops in the melanocytes that produce melanin. Common characteristics of melanoma include growth of or an existing mole. Causes/ Risk Factors Melanoma occurs when something goes awry in the melanin producing cells. Skin cells develop when healthy cells push older cells toward the skin’s surface where they die. But when cells develop DNA damage, new cells grow out of control and…

Cardiovascular effects of hypothyroidism include: Decreased heart rate and force of contractions, anemia, variable blood pressure, distant heart sounds, and tendency to develop heart failure, angina, and myocardial infarction. 28. Integumentary effects of hypothyroidism include: Dry, thick and cold skin, thin/brittle nails, sparse/coarse hair, poor turgor, generalized edema, puffy face, decreased sweating, and pallor. 29. Nursing diagnosis associated with hypothyroidism include: Imbalanced…

Introduction Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks healthy tissue. As with most autoimmune diseases, SLE affects the entire body. Inflammation is the primary symptom that leads to visual signs. Patients often present with a butterfly shaped rash across the face, but may also experience joint pain, fatigue, anemia and headache, to name a few signs. Though in some cases, patients go undiagnosed, the Lupus Foundation of America states there…