2. Skin Is the largest organ of the human body which performs many essential functions. Perspiration is give off through the skin; the skin helps regulate body temperature.
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4. Is the top layer of the skin. Is responsible for the color of the skin
5. The cells of the epidermis grow from the bottom and upward.
21. Hair follicle: sac-like anatomical structure from which hair grows.Sebaceous gland: gland that secretes sebum, which lubricates the skin and hair.Arrectorpili muscle: muscle that elevates the hair.Root of hair: part of the hair implanted in the dermis.Papilla: part of the hair connected to the conjunctival tissue.Inner root sheath: sheath formed of several layers of cells.Connective tissue sheath: girdle enclosing the epithelial sheath and connecting to the conjunctival tissue.Epidermis: outer layer of the skin.Hair shaft: a filament that grows from the skin.
22. Kinds of Hair Fur-soft, dense hair (found on cats, rabbits, dogs & leopards) Fleece-thick, wooly hair (found on sheep) Bristle-short, stiff hair (hound on hogs) Quills-sharp, spiny hair (found on porcupines) Importance of Hair: They provide protection, warmth and sensation (common on animals with tactile hairs or whiskers. This type of hair helps feel the way around through narrow or dark places).
41. Talons - Are claw found especially on a bird of prey. Antler - Is a branch of horns of a male deer or stag.
42. Diseases and Disorders of the Skin Rash Such as typical measles or chicken pox, can indicate an infection that affects the whole body. Yellow tinge of the skin signals that the liver is not working properly. A rash is a change of the skin which affects its color, appearance or texture. Rashes may cause the skin to change color, itch, become warm, bumpy, dry, cracked or blistered, swell and may be painful.
43. Diseases and Disorders of the Skin Acne Occurs when a hair follicle becomes blocked, usually by keratin-containing dead cells, preventing sebum from reaching the surface of the skin. The result of this inflammation is a pimple. Acne tends to occur during the teenage years because hormones that increase at puberty both keratin formation and sebum production.
62. these birthmarks may occur anywhere on the body, they are most commonly oval in shape and light brown, or milk coffee, in color. These birthmarks may be present at birth, or appear in early childhood, and do not fade with age.Diseases and Disorders of the Skin
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64. is a type of melanocytic nevus (or mole) found in infants at birth. Occurring in about 1% of infants in the United States, it is located in the area of the head and neck 15% of the time, but may occur anywhere on the body.
66. is a benign flat congenital birthmark with wavy borders and irregular shape, most common among East Asians and Turks (excluding Turkish people), and named after Mongolians.
70. Are often triggered by ingestion or inhalation of a substance, such as a medication or food, to which a person is allergic.
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72. several species of fungus cause ringworm in human are described by their location on the body; in the scalp the condition is ringworm, in the feet it is athlete’s foot, and in the groin, it is JOCK ITCH.Diseases and Disorders of the Skin Ringworm on a human arm.
73. Diseases and Disorders of the Skin Mole An elevation of the skin that is variable in size and is often pigmented and hairy. It is an aggregation of melanocytes in the epidermis. Most people have 10 – 20 moles which appear in childhood and enlarge until which appear in childhood and enlarge until puberty.
74. Skin Cancer Any type of cell present in the skin can become cancerous. Skin cancer develops most commonly on sun-exposed areas, such as the face, hands, arms, and legs. The three most common types of skin cancers are: Squamous Cell Carcinoma is a carcinomatous cancer occurring in multiple organs. These include the skin, lips, mouth, esophagus, urinary bladder, prostate, lungs, vagina, and cervix. Basal Cell Carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It rarely metastasizes or kills. However, because it can cause significant destruction and disfigurement, it is still considered malignant by invading surrounding tissues. Malignant Melanoma is a malignant tumor of melanocytes. Melanocytes are cells that produce the dark pigment, melanin, which is responsible for the color of skin. Diseases and Disorders of the Skin
75. Diseases and Disorders of the Skin Melanoma. A basal cell carcinoma. Note the pearly appearance and telangiectasia. Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the skin tends to arise from pre-malignant lesions, actinic keratoses; surface is usually scaly and often ulcerates