Skin and Eye Disorders Flashcards
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Normal functions of skin
protection
sensation
thermoregulation
immunomodulation
production of vitamin D
layers of the skin
epidermis
dermis
hypodermis
epidermis
thinnest layer
avascular
normal skin flora here
Glaucoma
Damage to optic nerve that leads to visual field loss and blindness
skin flora of the epidermis
staph epidermidis
staph aureus
Candida albicans
4 layers of epidermis
cornified
granular
spinous
basal
What is glaucoma characterized by?
Changes in optic disc
Elevated IOP
dermis
thickest
nutrition and support
hair follicles, sebaceous glands and sweat glands
the type of cells in the dermis and what they do
fibroblasts - collagen and scar formation
macrophages - immune regulators and growth regulators
Types of Glaucoma
Open-angle glaucoma (OAG)
Closed-angle glaucoma (CAG)
the dermis contains multiple
nerve endings, lymphatics and vasculature
What is aqueous humor produced by?
Ciliary body
hypodermis
variable thickness
fat storage
provides insulation, padding, protection
mobility
protects from friction
Where is aqueous humor secreted?
Into posterior chamber
growths
cysts, raised bumps on skin
Pathway of aqueous humor
Pressure pushes aqueous humor between iris and lens, through pupil to the anterior chamber
rashes
dermatitis
inflammatory skin condition
macules and patches
flat areas of discoloration
papules and plaques
elevated palpable lesions
vesicles and bullae
fluid filled spaces within the skin
Aqueous humor leaves eye through
- Filtration through trabecular meshwork to Schlemm’s canal
- Through ciliary body - uveosceral outflow
pustules
vesicles/bulla with purulent fluid
nodules
solid, rounded skin lesion
common skin disorders include
acne
psoriasis
atopic dermatitis
dermatologic drug reactions