Anatomy Ch.6 Test Crossword
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
                                          
 
1) Is a pus-filled bumps in the skin that caused by a bacterial infection.
Down: 1) Is a pus-filled bumps in the skin that caused by a bacterial infection.2) Are areas of discolored and/or raised skin that are apparent at birth or within a few weeks of birth. 5) Is the outermost layer of the skin. It provides a waterproof barrier and contributes to skin tone.7) Is a connective tissue layer sandwiched between the epidermis and subcaneous tissue.9) Is a vascular reaction of the skin marked by the transient appearance of smooth, slightly elevated papules or plaques (wheals) that are erthematous and that are often attended by several pruritus.10) Are an organ in your skin that make and secrete sebum.11) Is a closed, sac-like pocket of tissue that can form anywhere in the body. It may be filled with fluid, air, pus, or other material.13) Is redness of the skin or mucous membranes.14) Can be defined as the process in which the outermost cells of the epidermis in vertebrates are replaced by cells containing keratin. This process occurs in the stratum corneum layer of the skin. This also occurs in hair, claws, horns, hooves, and in feathers. 16) Is an abnormally increased secretion and discharge of sebum producing an oily appearance of the skin and the formation of greasy scales.19) Are either of two types of secretory glands, skin glands, endocrine or apocrine. 21) A shaft or opening on the surface of the skin through which hair grows.24) Is a normal part of the body's response to injury or infection. Inflammation occurs when the body releases chemicals that trigger an immune response to fight off infection or heal damaged tissue.25) A benign (not cancer) growth on the skin that is formed by a cluster of melanoocytes (cells that make a substance called melanin, which gives color to skin and eyes). 26) Is a break on the skin, in the lining of an organ, or on the surface of a tissue.29) Is an infection of the hair follicle(s) that extends into the surrounding skin and deep underlying subcutaneous tissue.31) Is a condition that cause your skin to become dry, itchy, and bumpy. Across: 3) Is a chronic (long-lasting) disease in which the immune system becomes overactive, causing skin cells to multiply too quickly.4) Is presented clinically as firm, rubbery nodules in an area of prior injury to the skin. 6) Is a parasitic infestation caused by tiny mites that burrow into the skin and lay eggs, causing intense itching and a rash. 8) Is defined as an unpleasant sensation of the skin that provokes the urge to scratch. It is a characteristic feature of many skin diseases and an unusual sign of some systematic diseases. Pruritus may be localized or generalized and can occur as an acute or chronic condition.12) It covers the entire outermost surface of the body. It is the only "dry" membrane encountered in the body and an important role in the prevention of water loss from the body. It is also a physical barrier and protective to deeper tissues. 15) Is the largest organ of the body that forms a physical barrier between the external environment and the internal environment that it serves to protect and maintain. 17) In the word “dermatitis,” “derm” means “skin” and “itis” means “inflammation.” The word as a whole means “inflammation of the skin.” The rashes range from mild to severe and can cause a variety of problems, depending on their cause. Dermatitis causes no serious harm to your body.18) Is the deepest layer of the skin. It is made up of mostly fat cells and connective tissue. 20) Is a common infection of the superficial layers of the epidermis that is highly contagious and most commonly caused by gram-positive bacteria. 22) Is a common infection that can cause painful blisters or ulcers. It primarily spreads by skin-to-skin contact. It is treatable but not curable.23) Is an infestation of the hairy parts of the body or clothing with the eggs, larvae or adults of lice. The crawling stages of this insect feed on human blood, which can result in severe itching.27) Is the unfolding of the skin that occurs at the terminal end of each digit, creating four specialized components: proximal nail fold, matrix, nail bed, and hyponychium.28) Is a fungal skin infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tight-fitting shoes.30) Is a layer of connective tissue that lines the cavities of joints, tendon sheaths, and bursae (fluid-filled sacs between tendons and bones). 32) Are small, inflamed, pus-filled, blister-like sores (lesions) on the skin surface.33) Is a substance in your body that produces hair, eye and skin pigmentation. 34) The moist, inner lining of some organs and body cavities (such as the nose, mouth, lungs, and stomach). 35) Is defined as loss of hair from the body. 36) Is a disorder of the hair follicles and oil (sebaceous) glands that become clogged.
 

 

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