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Inflammation of the skin.
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1 Abscess 2 Dermatitis
3 Cyanosis 4 Avascular
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An enclosed collection of pus in tissues, organs, or
Abscess
confined spaces in the body.
Adipocyte fat cell
Adipose tissue fat tissue
Autonomic Involuntary or unconsciou
Avascular Without blood vessels
, Single-cell microorganisms that reproduce by cell
Bacteria division and may cause infection by invading body
tissue.
Benign Non-cancerous
The removal of cells or tissues for examination by a
Biopsy
pathologist
Cancer Abnormal cells in the body that divide uncontrollably
To destroy tissue using a hot or cold instrument, an
Cauterize electrical current, or a chemical that burns or dissolves
the tissue to kill tumors or stop bleeding.
An infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue,
Cellulitis
characterized by tenderness, fever, and blisters.
Contusion Injury resulting in a bruise.
A condition in which the oxygen supply is restricted,
Cyanosis
causing the skin to look blue.
Cyst Closed sac containing fluid or semisolid material
Excision of damaged tissues and cell debris from a
Debridement wound or burn to prevent infection and promote
healing.
A net loss of water that results in insufficient water in
Dehydration
blood and other tissues.
A procedure to remove superficial scars using
Dermabrasion
sandpaper or revolving wire brushes.
Dermatitis Inflammation of the skin.
Dermatofibroma Fibrous tumor of the skin
Medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and
Dermatologist
treating skin disorders.
Dermatology Study of disorders of the skin.
The layer of skin that is made of dense, irregular
Dermis connective tissue that houses blood vessels, hair
follicles, sweat glands, and other structures.
Diaphoresis Sweating
Non-infectious, inflammatory disease presenting as
Eczema
redness, blisters, scabs, and itching.