Regis NU650: Module 1 - Derm

Epidermis The outermost layer of the skin Dermis Layer of skin beneath the epidermis; the inner supportive layer Sebaceous glands Glands that produce an oily substance called serum that is secreted through hair follicles Eccrine sweat glands Glands that produce sweat directly onto the skin's surface Apocrine sweat glands Glands that produce a thick, milky secretion found in the armpit and groin Subcutaneous tissue Adipose tissue made up of lobules of fat Melanin Brownish pigment that increase when exposed to sunlight Carotene Yellow pigmentation of the skin especially found in the palms and soles Oxyhemoglobin A bright red pigment, causes redding of the skin Deoxyhemoglobin Blue pigment when oxygen is released to the tissues Cyanosis A blue color is found due to decrease oxygen or blood flow Lunular Whitish crescent area of fingernails Clubbing Increased curvature of the nail bed usually due to an underlying disease Pallor Pale skin color; due to decreased oxyhemoglobin Jaundice Yellowing of the skin; increased bilirubin is found Hypopigmented Color change of skin-white-as a result of too little melanin Hyperpigmented Color change of skin-darkening-as a result of excess melanin Carotenemia Excess carotene in the blood-orange appearance to skin Bulla Greater than 1 cm, superficial; blister Macule Small area of color change. flat less than 1 cm; freckle Papule Raised, solid less than 1 cm;