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Medical Terminology
Chapter 3 Infections
Term | Definition |
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acne vulgaris | inflammation of the skin follicles |
dermatomycosis | a fungal skin infection |
hidradenitis | inflammation of the sweat glands |
impetigo | a highly contagious bacterial infection of the skin |
mycodermatitis | inflammation of the skin caused by fungus |
mycosis | a fungal condition |
onychodystrophy | poor nourishment and development of the nail |
onychomycosis | a fungal condition of the nail |
tinea | a fungal condition called ringworm due to its circular appearance |
trichomycosis | a fungal condition of the hair |