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THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM PART 3BY KELLY HUTCHISON R.N.
Diseases and Abnormal Conditions
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Acne vulgaris Inflammation of sebaceous glands Etiology unknown (1) Usually occurs at adolescence (2) Hormonal changes and increased sebum probably
underlying causes Symptoms (1) Papules, pustules, and blackheads (2) Hair follicle becomes blocked with dirt, cosmetics,
excess oil, and/or Bacteria Treatment (1) Frequent thorough washing of skin (2) Avoid creams and heavy makeup (3) Antibiotics or vitamin A ointments (4) Ultraviolet light treatments
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Athlete's foot Contagious fungal infection, usually on
feet Symptoms: skin itches, blisters, and
cracks into open sores Treatment (1) Antifungal medication (2) Keep area clean and dry
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Cancer Occurs in different forms (1) Basal cell carcinoma (2) Squamous cell carcinoma (3) Malignant melanoma Frequently develops from mole or
nevus that changes in color, shape, size, or texture
Bleeding or itching of mole can also indicate cancer
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Cancer
Squamous cell carcinoma Basal cell carcinoma
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Malignant melanoma
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Cancer Causes Treatment Exposure to
the sun Prolonged use
of tanning beds
Irritating chemicals
Radiation
Surgical removal
Radiation therapy
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Dermatitis Inflammation of the
skin b. Caused by any
substance that irritates the skin
c. Frequently caused by allergic reaction to detergents, cosmetics, pollen, or certain foods
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Contact Dermatitis Contact Dermatitis is caused by contact With poison ivy, poison sumac, or poison oak Symptoms: dry skin, erythema or redness, itching,
edema, macular-papular rashes, scaling Treatment (1) Eliminate cause especially if allergens (2) Anti-inflammatory ointments (3) Antihistamines and steroids