Hair and Skin diseases Flashcards
(49 cards)
What are the signs and symptoms of having Head lice + nits?
Itchy scalp,visible lice on hair, eggs
Are headlice, nits contagious?
Yes! Head to head contact
What are the signs and symptoms of scabies?
Itchy, lumps, rashes
What is the cause of nits?
Parasites attaching themselves to the scalp, feeding on human blood
What is the cause of scabies?
A parasite under the skin
Is scabies contagious?
Yes are contagious, skin to skin
What are the signs and symptoms of Eczema?
Dry, cracked, scaly skin, redness sore
What are the causes of eczema?
Stress,weekend immune system, dry skin
Is Eczema contagious ?
No! Moisturise daily
What are the signs and symptoms of ringworm on the scalp?
Inflamed patches near scalp, redness.
What is the cause for ringworm on the scalp?
A common fungus infection
Is ringworm on the scalp contagious?
Yes contagious, is a infection
What is the Latin work for ringworm on the scalp?
Tinea captis
What are the signs of a damaged cuticle?
Dry, brittle , dull hair , shredding
What is the cause of a damaged cuticle?
Environmental factors
Is a damaged cuticle contagious?
No!
What are the signs of dandruff?
White, oily,flakey itchy scalp
What is the cause of dandruff?
Dry skin, yeast like fungus,
Is dandruff contagious.
No!
What is the signs on alopecia areata?
Hair thinning, bald spots, pain in area of bald spots
What is the cause of alopecia?
Autoimmune system, attacks healthy hair follicles
Is alopecia contagious?
No
What are the signs of psoriasis?
Red patches, dry cracked skin, itchy
What is the cause of psoriasis?
Family history, abnormal immune stystem
