Match the medical terms with their definitions.
-localized collection of pus at site of infection
A)abscess
B)acne
C)alopecia
D)Bowen disease
E)cellulitis
F)chloasma
G)comedo
H)debridement
I)dermabrasion
J)dermatomycosis
K)ecchymosis
L)eczema
M)erythema
N)eschar
O)hirsutism
P)impetigo
Q)keratosis
R)lentigo
S)pallor
T)pediculosis
U)petechia
V)pressure ulcer
W)pruritus
X)scabies
Y)vitiligo
Z)urticaria

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Answer: A
 An abscess is a localized collection of pus at the site of an infection.

B)
Answer: B
 Acne is a skin condition characterized by inflammation of the sebaceous glands.

C)
Answer: C
 Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss.

D)
Answer: D
 Bowen disease is a type of skin cancer that often appears as a reddish patch or lesion.

E)
Answer: E
 Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and soft tissues that causes redness, swelling, and pain.

F)
Answer: F
 Chloasma is a skin condition characterized by dark patches on the face, often caused by hormonal changes.

G)
Answer: G
 A comedo, also known as a blackhead or whitehead, is a blocked hair follicle that is often associated with acne.

H)
Answer: H
 Debridement is the removal of dead or damaged tissue from a wound or injury.

I)
Answer: I
 Dermabrasion is a cosmetic procedure that removes the outer layers of skin to improve the appearance of scars, wrinkles, and other skin imperfections.

J)
Answer: J
 Dermatomycosis is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails.

K)
Answer: K
 Ecchymosis is a medical term for a bruise, which is caused by bleeding beneath the skin.

L)
Answer: L
 Eczema is a type of skin inflammation that causes itching, redness, and dryness.

M)
Answer: M
 Erythema is a medical term for redness or inflammation of the skin, often caused by an allergic reaction or infection.

N)
Answer: N
 An eschar is a black, scab-like crust that forms over a wound or burn.

O)
Answer: O
 Hirsutism is a medical condition characterized by excessive hair growth on a woman's face, chest, and back.

P)
Answer: P
 Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial infection of the skin that causes blisters or sores.

Q)
Answer: Q
 Keratosis is a medical term for a thickened, scaly patch of skin.

R)
Answer: R
 Lentigo is a type of skin lesion or freckle that is often caused by exposure to the sun.

S)
Answer: S
 Pallor is a medical term for paleness of the skin, often caused by a lack of blood flow.

T)
Answer: T
 Pediculosis is the medical term for an infestation of lice.

U)
Answer: U
 Petechia are small red or purple spots on the skin caused by bleeding beneath the surface.

V)
Answer: V
 A pressure ulcer, also known as a bed sore, is a sore that develops on the skin due to prolonged pressure and friction.

W)
Answer: W
 Pruritus is the medical term for itching of the skin.

X)
Answer: X
 Scabies is a highly contagious skin infection caused by mites that burrow into the skin.

Y)
Answer: Y
 Vitiligo is a skin condition that causes patches of skin to lose their pigment and turn white.

Z)
Answer: Z
 Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by itchy, raised welts on the skin.

Match the Medical Terms with Their Definitions