CIDESCO (SKIN DISEASES) EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

CIDESCO (SKIN DISEASES) EXAM QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS the main lesion seen in psoriasis - Answer- plaque primary lesions include - Answer- macules-papules-bullae the medical term for a single permanently dilated capillary is - Answer- telangiectasis Keloids are formed by abnormal growth of - Answer- Collagen fibres contagious skin diseases are due to - Answer- microbiological influences Oedema - Answer- swelling caused by excess fluid what are some factors that affect skin absorption? - Answer- condition of the stratum corneum, hydration levels, oiliness of the skin, size of the products molecules, temperature of the skin, pore size what are the categories of skin conditions? - Answer- rates, infections, sebaceous gland disorders, sudoriferous gland disorders, skin growths, pigmentation disorders, and aging factors name some characteristics of rashes - Answer- small red bumps, hives (urticaria) blisters, scales, and erythema (redness) List all of the Primary Lesions - Answer- Macules, wheals, papules, pustules, vesicles, nodules/tumors, and cysts. Define Macule - Answer- a flat discoloration on the skins surface. Large freckles are an example define Wheal - Answer- a solid formation above the skin caused by insect bites or allergic reactions. raised and defined