Match the terms with their correct meanings.
-Increased growth of cells in the horny (keratinized) layer of the epidermis
A)acne
B)basal cell carcinoma
C)bullae
D)callus
E)cicatrix
F)decubitus ulcer
G)ecchymoses
H)eczema
I)gangrene
J)impetigo
K)keloid
L)papule
M)pruritus
N)psoriasis
O)purpura
P)rubella
Q)tinea
R)urticaria
S)vitiligo
T)wheal

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Callus is the increased growth of cells in the horny (keratinized) layer of the epidermis that results from friction or pressure.

Answer: B
 Basal cell carcinoma is a type of skin cancer that originates in the basal cells of the epidermis.

Answer: C
 Bullae are large fluid-filled blisters that form on the skin.

Answer: E
 Cicatrix is a scar that forms after a wound has healed.

Answer: F
 Decubitus ulcer, also known as a pressure ulcer, is a sore that develops when pressure is applied to the skin for an extended period of time.

Answer: G
 Ecchymoses are large areas of bruising on the skin.

Answer: H
 Eczema is a chronic skin condition that causes red, itchy, and inflamed patches of skin.

Answer: I
 Gangrene is a condition in which tissue dies due to a lack of blood flow.

Answer: J
 Impetigo is a highly contagious skin infection that causes red sores to form on the face, hands, and other areas of the body.

Answer: K
 Keloid is a type of raised scar that forms when too much collagen is produced during the healing process.

Answer: L
 Papule is a small raised bump on the skin that is usually less than 1 centimeter in diameter.

Answer: M
 Pruritus, also known as itching, is a common symptom of many skin conditions.

Answer: N
 Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that causes red, scaly patches to form on the skin.

Answer: O
 Purpura is a condition in which small blood vessels in the skin rupture, causing small purple or red spots to appear.

Answer: P
 Rubella, also known as the German measles, is a viral infection that causes a rash and fever.

Answer: Q
 Tinea, also known as ringworm, is a fungal infection that commonly affects the skin, hair, and nails.

Answer: R
 Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin condition that causes red, itchy, and raised bumps to form on the skin.

Answer: S
 Vitiligo is a condition in which the skin loses its pigment, resulting in white patches.

Answer: T
 Wheal is a raised, red, itchy patch of skin that is often caused by an allergic reaction.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings