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Skin Abnormalities

Skin Abnormalities. Ms. Knight Winter, 2011. Objectives. Provide correct names for three abnormal colors of the skin and identify the cause of each color. Describe at least four skin eruptions. Describe at least four diseases of the integumentary system.

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Skin Abnormalities

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  1. Skin Abnormalities Ms. Knight Winter, 2011

  2. Objectives • Provide correct names for three abnormal colors of the skin and identify the cause of each color. • Describe at least four skin eruptions. • Describe at least four diseases of the integumentary system. • Define, pronounce, and spell key terms.

  3. PIGMENTATION SKIN COLOR Melanin: brownish, black pigment can lead to a black, brown, or yellow skin tint depending on racial origin Albino: a person without color pigment (skin is pinkish) Erythema: reddish color caused by burns or congestion Cyanosis: bluish discoloration caused by insufficient oxygen

  4. Skin Eruptions CAUTION! The following pictures are graphic in nature. Macules: flat spots such as freckles Papules: firm, raised areas such as pimples Vesicles: blisters, fluid filled sacs Pustules: pus-filled sacs such as acne Crusts: areas of dried pus and blood; scabs Wheals: itchy, elevated areas with irregular shape, hives, insect bites Ulcer: loss of skin surface that may extend into the dermis

  5. Match the image to the appropriate type eruption • Pastules (strep throat) • Vesicles (chicken pox) • Wheals/Hives • Ulcer (mouth) • Macules (flat) • Vesicles (blister) • Pustules (acne)

  6. Identify the Abnormal Conditions Acne Vulgaris Athletes’ Foot Skin Cancer Eczema Psoriasis Ringworm Warts/Verrucae Dermatitis

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