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80-85%: Approximately _______ of our aging is caused by the rays sun.
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albinism: congenital absence of melanin pigment of the body
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asteatosis: A condition of dry, scaly skin due to a deficiency or absence of sebum, caused by aging and exposure to the cold
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chloasma: a condition characterized by increased pigmentation on the skin, in spots that are not elevated
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closed comedones: the technical term for white head
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color: The Ameerican Cancer Society recommeds using the ABCDE cancer check list to help make skin cancer easier to recognize w/ A representing Asymetery, B/ Border, C/ _________, D/ Diameter, E/ Evolving
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cyst: qA closed abnormally developed sac, containing fluid, semifluid, or morbid matter above or below the skin
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dermatitis venenata: an eruptive skin infection caused by contact w/irritating substances such as chemicals or tinit
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Eczema: An inflammatory painful itching disease of the skin, acute or chronic in nature, presenting many forms of dry or moist lesions
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excoriation: a skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scraping
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fissure: A crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis
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Herpes Simplex: The recurring virus infection commonly called a fever blister
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hyperhydrosis: the technical term for excessive prespiration
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Keloid: A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
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keratoma: a callus, an acquired superficial thickened patch of epidermis.
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leukoderma: A skin disorder characterized by light abnormal patches; caused by a burn or congenital disease that destroys the pigment producing cells
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macual or macule: the technical term for a freckle
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macule: a small discolored spot on the surface of the skin, such as a freckle
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malignant melanoma: skin cancer that starts w/ a black or dark brown patch on the skin that appears uneven in texture jagged or raised
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mole: A small brownish spot or blemish on the skin ranging in color from pale tan to brown or bluish black
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Nevus: The technical term for a birthmark
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psoriasis: A skin disease characterized by red patches covered w/white silver scales usually found on the scalp, elbows, knees, chest and lower back.
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pustual: An inflamed pimple containing pus
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Rosacea: A chronic inflammatory congestion of the cheeks and nose which is characterized by redness, dilation of the blood vessels, and the formation papules and pustules
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sagging: As we age, elastin fibers naturally weaken, causing wrinkling and ________ of tissue
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scale: an accumulation of epidermal flakes, dry or greasy
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six months: children under the age of ______ should not be exposed tot he sun
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steatoma: a sebaceous cyst which is a subcutaneous tumor of the sebaceous gland
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tumor: An abnormal cell mass varying in size, shape and color
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ultra violet rays: The weakening of collagen and elastic fibers occurs at a faster rate when the skin is frequently exposed to ________ w/out proper protection
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UVB: While they can be damaging to the skin, ______ rays do contribute to the body's synthesis of vitamin D and other important minerals.
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verruca: The technical term for a wart