Skin Pathologies Flashcards by Robin Erickson

tinea versicolor

a common fungal infection of the skin that causes discolored patches
- non-contagious
- non-cancerous

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MRSA

a specific type of staph infection that’s resistant to antibiotics
-can infect skin, lungs, bones/joints, eyes, blood, etc.
-highly contagious, most commonly via skin-to skin contact and surface contamination
- non-cancerous

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filiform wart

a small, long, and narrow growth usually found around the eyes and lips
-commonly caused by HPV or a weakened immune system
-highly contagious vis skin-to-skin contact
-non cancerous

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tinea cruris

a fungal infection that affects the groin area
-AKA: jock itch
-highly contagious via skin-to-skin contact and contaminated surfaces
-non-cancerous

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merkel cell carcinoma

a rare but aggressive type of skin cancer that originates in Merkel cells.
- non-contagious

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oral herpes simplex

a common viral infection caused by HSV type 1
-highly contagious via direct contact with the saliva or skin of an infected person
- non-cancerous

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crab lice

parasitic insects found in the pubic or genital area
-highly contagious via skin-to-skin contact, sharing bedding/clothing, and sexual contact
- non-cancerous

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basal cell carcinoma (BCC)

a type of skin cancer that originates in the basal cells, which are the deepest layer of the epidermis.
- non-contagious

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irritant contact dermatitis

a common skin condition caused by direct irritation from substances or chemicals that damage the skin’s protective barrier.
- non-contagious
- non-cancerous

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scabies mites

Parasitic mites that burrows into skin and cause scabies and via objects that contact skin.
Highly contagious via skin-to-skin contact
Not cancerous
Scabies can resemble psoriasis, excema, chickenpox, and several other conditions

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genital wart

An STI cuased by several varieties of HPV
Highly contagious through skin-to-skin contact
Can lead to cervical cancer
Massage therapists should consider warts to be local contraindications.

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stasis dermatitis

A chronic skin condition that occurs when poor circulation in the lower legs causes blood to pool, leading to inflammation and skin changes
Not contagious
Not cancerous
Common in elders.

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herpes whitlow

A painful infection of the finger or toe caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV)
Contgations, spread through direct contact with the infected person’s skin or bodily fluids
Not cancerous
Even after a lesion has scabbed over, herpes is still a local contraindication for massage.

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impetigo

Skin infection that causes red sores on the face, usually around the nose and mouth. The sores rupture, ooze for a few days, then form a yellow-brown crust.
Highly contagious
Not cancerous
Contraindication for massage

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Bowen’s disease

Precancerous skin condition that is characterized by a red, scaly patch on the skin
Not contaious
If it is not treated, it can sometimes develop into a type of skin cancer

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herpes sycosis

A skin infection caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) that affects hair follicles in the beard area
Contagious via skin to skin contact
Not cancerous
Active herpes locally contraindicates massage

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hypertrophic scar

A raised, thickened scar that forms as a result of an injury or trauma
Not contagious
Not cancerous
Fully formed scar tissue carries no risk for massage, but do not be over aggressive in these areas

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pigmented basal cell carcinoma

Skin cancer that appears with a brown or black color
Not contagious
Can be easily mistaken as malignant melanoma, but this rarely metastasizes

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Onychomycosis (tinea unguium)

The result when a fungal infection invades the skin under finger or toenails.
- contagious

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Ocular herpes

Occurs when the virus affects the eyelid, conjunctiva, or cornea of the eye.
-contagious

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Plantar wart

Grow on the soles of the feet.
-contagious

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Focal epithelial hyperplasia (Heck’s disease)

Is a wart that forms in the mouth, on the lower lip, or on the tongue.
-contagious

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Seborrheic eczema

In infants, called cradle cap. Produces yellowish, oily patches, usually in the skin folds around the ears and nose or on the scalp, where it can cause extreme dandruff.

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Nodular melanoma

The most aggressive type of skin cancer. It is significantly elevated from the skin and it often penetrates deeper into the tissue than other types.
-cancer

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Squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)

A cancer of the skin cells that arise in keratinocytes (outermost layer of the skin) superficial to the basal layer.

Hidradenitis suppurativa

deep boils that occur where hair follicles and apocrine sweat glands are numerous; the axillae and groin are the most typical locations.

Pressure wounds

Inadequate blood flow to skin that is compressed for prolonged periods. Also known as bed sores.

Erysipelas

A bacterial skin infection Non-contagious non-canerous

Lentigo Melanoma

Slow growing precancerous melanoma

Keratocanthoma

Cancerous skin tumor Non-contagious

Cellulitis

Bacterial skin infection Non-contagious non-cancerous

Acne Vulgaris

Common form of acne Non-contagious non-cancerous

Acne Vulgaris

Common form of acne Non-contagious non-cancerous

Second degree burn

Burn that damages 2 layers of the skin. Non-cancerous Non-contagious

Atopic dermatitis

A skin diease that causes itchy dry skin. Non-contagious non-cancerous

Boils

Pus-filled bump underskin caused by infected hair follicles Non-contagious non-cancerous

Seborrheic keratosis

Skin growth Non-contagious non-cancerous

Ocular Acne Rosacea

Non-contagious, non-cancerous. Affects the eye- can cause painful, burning, itching, and swelling that affects the tear ducts, conjunctiva, and eyelids.

Genital Herpes Simplex

Highly contagious, non-cancerous. Blisters may appear on the genitals as well as the thighs, buttocks, and over the sacrum.

Tinea Pedis

Highly contagious, non-cancerous. Fungal infection of the foot, blisters usually start between the third and fourth digits. (a.k.a. Athlete's Foot)

tinea corporis

fungal infection rash on the body. Highly contagious, non-cancerous

Butcher's Wart

Look like common warts, but are caused by a strain of HPV associated with meat handling. Highly contagious, non-cancerous.

eczema herpeticum

skin infection, occurs when HSV infects damaged skin. contagious, non-cancerous

third degree burn

Non-contagious, non-cancerous Penetrates through the epidermis to the dermis or deeper. May present with white or black charred edges.

necrotizing fasciitis

Highly contagious, non-cancerous A.K.A. "flesh eating bacteria" caused by many different pathogens, but commonly strep or staph infection. can cause circulatory shock and death.

neurodermatitis

Non-contagious, non-cancerous caused by a small injury or irritation such as a bug bite, creates an inflammatory response and chronic itchiness with pathological cycle.

folliculitis

Highly Contagious, Non-cancerous multiple infections in close proximity, confined to hair follicles. Outbreaks occur in a diamond-shaped pattern

erythroelangiectatic acne rosacea

chronic skin condition that causes visible blood vessels in face. non-contagious, non-cancerous

tinea manuum

fungal infection on the hand. Highly contagious, non-cancerous

cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma

skin cancer in the flat cells of the epidermis. non-contagious

morpheaform basal cell carcinoma

Cancer that begins in the lower part of the epidermis. non-contagious

allergic contact dermatitis

allergic reaction from a substance coming into contact with the skin. non-contagious, non-cancerous

Dyshidrosis

eczema with tiny, fluid-filled blisters that appears on the palms and fingers. non-contagious, non-cancerous

Highly Contagious; Cancerous; malignant lesions to form in skin, lymph nodes, and other organs; Red, purple, or brown skin blotches.

kaposi's sarcoma

Contagious; Wingless insects that tend not to live directly on their host, but in the host's clothing, especially in the seams. They visit their hosts to take blood meals, causing an itchy reaction. Fairly rare except among homeless and transient populations. Potential vectors of communicable diseases.

Body lice

Characterized by ruptured vesicles that look more like ulcers than blisters on a red base Highly contagious Caused by the herpes simplex virus Contraindicated for massage

Herpes gladiatorum

Skin cancer; Most common variety; Spreads along surface of skin before invading deeper tissues; May be multicolored and slightly elevated; Can become life threatening if not treated early

Superficial Spreading Melanoma

Noncancerous; Noncontagious; Appears in small circular lesions, often on the legs and buttocks; Can resemble ringworm; Sometimes itchy; Lesions can be dry and scaly, or moist and weepy

Nummular Eczema