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Miliaria Rubra (inflammation of sweat glands) is also known as

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prickly heat

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Black or dark patches on the skin that may appear uneven in texture characterize

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malignant melanoma

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Genetic aging, gravity, and facial expressions are examples of what aging factor

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intrinsic

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What is an example of a secondary skin lesion

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Keloid

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Allergic reaction created by repeated exposure

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sensitization

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Another name for nevus

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birthmark

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Leave on acne treatment that helps shed cellular debris, but also kills acne bacteria

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benzoyl peroxide

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Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition characterized by

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red, flaky skin

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Primary lesion frequently seen in cases of severe acne

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cyst

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2 major factors of acne

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heredity and hormones

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Squamous cell carcinoma is characterized by

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scaly red papules or nodules

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When the sebum of a comedo is exposed it oxidizes producing

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Black heads

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Benign, keratin filled cysts that appear under the epidermis and have no visible openings

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Pustules

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Poison ivy and poison oak produce

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vesicles

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Thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue

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Keloid

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An open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body, accompanied by pus/skin depth is

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ulcer

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A solid bump larger than 1cm that can be easy felt

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nodule

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superficial, thickened patch of epidermis commonly known as a callus is a

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keratoma

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Cicatrix is also known as a

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scar

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Raised, inflamed bump thats sore due to the pressure of swelling

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papule

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Sun causes what % of aging

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80-85

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Rays known as the aging rays

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UVA rays

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Foul smelling perspiration caused by bacteria is

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bromhidrosis

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Most common and least severe type of skin cancer

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basal cell carcinoma

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A common bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions is

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impetigo

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An abnormal, rounded, solid lump above, within or under the skin is a

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tubercle

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When are uv ray at its highest exposure?

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10 am - 3 pm

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A verruca is also known as

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wart

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Shorter rays of the sun

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UVB rays

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Abnormal mass varying in size, shape, and color

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tumor

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Inflammatory condition of the skin is called

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dermatitis