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Medical Term	Description
acne conglobata	Severe, chronic acne characterized by large, burrowing abscesses associated with disfigurement. Also called cystic acne.
acne keloid	A disorder in which secondary pyogenic infection in and around pilosebaceous structures ends in keloid scarring. Often develops at the hairline on the back of the neck.
actinomycosis	A chronic bacterial disease, often found on the abdomen, thorax and jaw. Characterized by lumpy, deep abscesses that discharge pus.
adenocarcinoma	A malignant epithelial tumor with a glandular growth pattern.
algid	Cold, clammy skin associated with some types of malaria.
anetoderma	Benign dermatosis caused by a loss of dermal elastic tissue resulting in localized sac-like areas of flaccid skin.
angioedema	Swelling involving the deep dermis, subcutaneous, or submucosal tissues, representing localized edema. It often occurs in the face, lips, tongue, and larynx.
angiokeratoma	A benign vascular, horny neoplasm of the skin often found on the legs and feet.
angioma	A usually benign tumor consisting of blood vessels and lymph nodes.
angiomyoma	A benign tumor consisting of vascular and smooth muscle elements.
antiperspirants	Agents that are put on the skin to reduce sweating.
apocrine glands	Sweat glands that only occur in hairy parts of the body.
argyria	A permanent ashen-gray discoloration of the skin, conjunctiva, and internal organs due to ingestion of or exposure to silver salts.
barrier cream	Lotions and ointments used to protect the skin from allergens and irritants.
basal cell carcinoma	A malignant tumor. A common form of skin cancer. Metastasis is rare.
burn	Tissue injury caused by heat, cold, chemicals, electricity, radiation and ultraviolet light.
chafing	Irritation of the skin due to rubbing against skin or clothing.
chancre	The primary sore of syphilis. A painless ulcer occurring at the site of entry of the infection.
chancroid	Acute, highly contagious bacterial disease usually acquired through sexual contact. A venereal ulcer.
complexion	The color, texture and overall appearance of facial skin.
deet	A common insect repellent.
dermatology	A medical specialty concerned with the structure, functions, diseases and treatment of the skin.
dermis	A layer of vascularized connective tissue underneath the epidermis. Embedded in or beneath it are glands, hair follicles, nerves and lymphatic vessels.
desmosomes	An area of contact between adjacent cells, particularly epithelia.
eccrine glands	Simple sweat glands that secrete sweat directly onto the skin.
epilation	Removal of a hair by its roots.
erysipelas	An acute infection of the skin characterized by fever, headache, vomiting, and purplish raised lesions.
erythrasma	A chronic bacterial infection of major folds of the skin.
eschar	A dry scab formed on the skin following a burn or cauterization of the skin
exanthema	Eruption on the skin occurring as a symptom of a disease
excoriation	An abraded area where the skin is torn or worn off
flush	A transient reddening of the face. A blush.
halitosis	A foul breath odor resulting from poor oral hygiene, dental or oral infections, or the ingestion of certain foods.
hidrocystoma	A cystic form of sweat gland adenoma, created by the cystic proliferation of apocrine secretory glands.
hidrosis	The production and excretion of sweat.
hidrotic	Relating to or causing sweating.
hyalin	A translucent substance occurring in pathological degeneration of tissues.
hyperhidrosis	Excessive sweating.
hyperpigmentation	Excessive pigmentation of the skin, usually as a result of increased epidermal or dermal melanin pigmentation, hypermelanosis. The condition may arise from exposure to the sun.
hypertrichosis	Excessive hair growth at inappropriate locations.
hypohidrosis	Abnormally low or absent perspiration.
hypotrichosis	Less than the normal amount of hair.
intertrigo	A superficial dermatitis occurring in areas where skin surfaces come into contact with, and chafe, each other. The condition is caused by moisture and friction.
labial	Pertaining to the lips.
lentigo	A small, flat, pigmented spot on the skin.
lichen	Any of various papular skin disease in which the lesions are typically small, firm papules set very close together.
liniments	Heat-generating liquids that are applied to the skin.
melanoma	A malignant, rapidly growing neoplasm derived from cells that are capable of forming melanin, which may occur in the skin of any part of the body, in the eye, or, rarely, in the mucous membranes of the genitalia, anus, oral cavity, or other sites.
melanosis	Disorders of increased melanin pigmentation that develop without preceding inflammatory disease.
micrococcus	A genus of gram-positive, spherical bacteria found in soils and fresh water, and frequently on the skin of man and other animals.
mites	They are minute animals related to the spiders, usually having transparent or semitransparent bodies. They may be parasitic on humans , producing various irritations of the skin.
necrobiotic disorders	A group of disorders characterized by swelling, basophilia, and distortion of collagen bundles in the dermis.
neurodermatitis	An extremely variable eczematous skin disease that is presumed to be a response to prolonged vigorous scratching, rubbing, or pinching to relieve intense pruritus.
nevus	A malformation of skin that is present at birth, including moles and birthmarks.
ochronosis	The discoloration of body tissues,due to a metabolism disorder.
pallor	A clinical manifestation consisting of an unnatural paleness of the skin.
panniculitis	General term for inflammation of adipose tissue, usually of the skin, characterized by reddened subcutaneous nodules.
papilloma	A benign epithelial tumor derived from epithelium and projecting from the surrounding surface
pemphigus	Any of several rare diseases characterized by groups of itching blisters.
perleche	Fissures and cracks at the corner of the mouth
petechia	A small, round, dark-red spot caused by intradermal or submucous hemorrhage.
piloerection	The standing up of hairs on the skin
pilonidal sinus	A hair-containing cyst or sinus, occurring chiefly in the coccygeal region.
pinta	A contagious bacterial skin disease prevalent in tropical America.
pityriasis	Any of a group of skin diseases characterized by the formation of fine, branny scales. This term is but only with a modifier.
porokeratosis	A rare, chronic, progressive autosomal dominant skin disorder market by craterlike patches.
poroma	A neoplasm of cells lining the skin openings of sweat glands.
pressure ulcer	An ulcer that appears in the skin over a bony prominence due to compression and inadequate blood perfusion. Bedridden or chair bound patients are at risk. Also called bedsore.
prurigo	A chronic inflammation of the skin characterized by a persistent eruption of papules that itch intensely.
pyoderma	Any purulent skin disease.
sebaceous glands	Small, sacculated organs found within the dermis. Each gland has a single duct that opens into a hair follicle or onto the general surface of the skin. These glands secrete sebum, an oily lubricating substance.
sebum	The oily substance secreted by sebaceous glands. It is composed of keratin, fat, and cellular debris.
steatoma	A cyst or tumor of the sebaceous gland.
subcutaneous	Beneath the skin.
sycosis	Inflammation of hair follicles.
ungual	Pertaining to the nails.
unguis	A nail.

Authors and Reviewers

Authored by Dr. Barbara A. Erickson
Medically reviewed by Dr. Jonathan Keroes, MD
Last Update: 12/18/2022