Milady Skin Disorders and Diseases Study Guide Test.
Milady Skin Disorders and Diseases Study Guide Test. dermatologist - CORRECT ANSWER a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the skin, hair, and nails. lesion - CORRECT ANSWER A mark on the skin; may indicate an injury or damage that changes the structure of tissues or organs. Can be as simple as a freckle or as dangerous as a skin cancer. Primary Leison - CORRECT ANSWER lesions that are a different color than the color of the skin and/or lesions that are raised above the surface of the skin. Bulla - CORRECT ANSWER Large blister containing a watery fluid; similar to a vesicle. Requires medical referral. Cyst/Tubercle - CORRECT ANSWER Closed, abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid, or morbid matter, above or below the skin. Requires medical referral. Tubercle - CORRECT ANSWER cannot be drained of fluid Macule - CORRECT ANSWER flat, colored spot on the skin Cyst - CORRECT ANSWER can be drained of fluid Nodule - CORRECT ANSWER a solid bump larger than .4 inches that can be easily felt. requires medical referral papule - CORRECT ANSWER Small elevation on the skin that contains no fluid but may develop pus
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