Melanocyte

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer. It is the most serious form of skin cancer because it can spread to other parts of the body and cause serious illness or death. Melanoma normally develops in melanocytes and can occur anywhere on the body. The cause of melanoma is not clear, however, there are many contributing factors. UV radiation from sunlight or tanning beds can increase your risk. Other risk factors include having fair skin, many moles, a family history of melanoma, or a history of…

considered to be a highly epidemic and can be cured easily, but there is one type of skin cancer that is considered to be most life threatening and that is melanoma. The reason why this disease is called ‘melanoma’ is because a tumor develops made of the melanocyte cells which are melanin producing cells (Skin Cancer 2016). Over the past few years’ melanoma cases have grown exponentially which proves that there should be an immediate concern toward this disease (Skin Cancer 2016). Skin cancer…

pain receptors to protect the lowest tissues from any damages. 6. From becoming dehydrated - The body can become dehydrated if it is not producing enough water. • Histology - 1. Keratinocytes- Keratinocytes involves epidermis cells. 2. Melanocytes- Melanocytes are like the body of a spider and makes up the colors in the skin such as brown and yellow. They are in the basale coating of the…

It is highly vascularized and provides nutrients and oxygen to many ocular structures.1 Melanocytes, which synthesize melanin, are found within layers of the choroid and are responsible for its brown pigmentation.1 Over time these melanocytes may proliferate and create a flat, slate-gray/brown, benign pigmented lesion known as a choroidal nevus, or a benign neoplasm of the choroid.2 This lesion is similar to the…

Mongolian spots (congenital dermal melanocytosis) is an asymptomatic macular, blue-gray rash commonly present at birth or appearing on the sacral region of infants within the first weeks of life. It results from entangled melanocytes in the dermis as they migrate from the neural crest to the epidermis. In most cases, it resolves spontaneously during the first four years of life. Choice "A" is not the best answer. The possibility of child abuse should always be explored when…

Functions of the skin: There are eight main functions associated with the skin. These are as follows... 1. Secretion – the skin secretes sebum from the sebaceous glands. This fatty substance lubricates the hair shafts and when combined with perspiration on the surface of the skin, it creates a natural moisturiser which acts as a protective barrier against bacteria. 2. Heat regulation – body temperature is maintained in healthy humans at 37oC (98.6oF). organs involved in heat production are…

previous skin cancer, history of sunburns or fragile skin, as well as radiation therapy are other causes of skin cancer. 2. Caucasians are more at risk of skin cancer than other populations because Caucasians have less melanocytes in their skin. To determine the amount of melanocytes, one should look back at where he or she’s ancestors are from. Usually, ones ancestors with white skin live farther from the equator; meanwhile, one’s ancestors with…

Each year at least 3.5 million cases of skin cancer are reported and diagnosed and almost 90% is caused of UV light usually from the sun. Skin cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States. Skin cancer has always been a very important for Floridians, due to the fact of sun exposure. The radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancers; this exposure causes anyone likely to get skin cancer. The risk is greater for some than others, such as, people with sensitive, or…

Malignant Melanoma After doing research on the topic that I received in class I found out information on the topic that I never knew about the dangers and risk I never knew the disease was as deadly and serious as it was , I alway thought it was just that the person skin was just a little darker on the top but it does more damage underneath each layer of skin. In my paper i 'm going to be talking about the dangers and some serious facts that you should know and worn your kids about if you want…

Diseases and Disorders of the Integumentary, Skeletal and Muscular, Systems BY: ANTHONY SALEM Integumentary System  The Integumentary System is composed of Skin and accessory Organs such as hair, nails, and Cutaneous Glands  Largest Organ!  Skin weighs about six pounds and sheds every 27 days Integumentary Cont. Functions of skin • Works to waterproof body (Keratin, a fibrous protein aids in this) • Acts as a cushion and protects body from infection • Excretes waste • Regulates…