dermatologic
Relating to skin
Dermatologic means relating to dermatology—the branch of medicine dealing with skin, hair, and nails.
The term appears in medical contexts: dermatologic conditions, dermatologic examination, dermatologic side effects.
Dermatological means the same thing and is slightly more common.
Immune system attacks skin cells
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
- melanomaAggressive pigment-cell cancer
- acneInflamed skin condition
rosacea · urticaria · hives · vitiligo · alopecia · scleroderma · cellulitis · impetigo
Currently relevant or newsworthy
- corticosteroidAdrenal-derived inflammation suppressant
- retinoidVitamin A-related compound
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- antibacterialKills or inhibits germs
emollient · moisturizer · phototherapy · cryotherapy · laser · biologic · immunosuppressant · antihistamine
Tissue sample for diagnosis
- lesionArea of pathological change
- papuleSmall raised skin lesion
- noduleRounded small lump
- maculeFlat skin discoloration
vesicle · bullae · pustule · cyst · plaque · erythema · pruritus · excoriation
Living tissue under epidermis
- melanocyteCell that produces melanin
- sebaceousOil-secreting, of skin
- folliclesHair-producing skin structures
- poresMinute dermal openings
collagen · elastin · keratin · melanin · cutaneous · subcutaneous · fibroblasts
Skin tone, appearance
- hydrationBodily fluid replenishment
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
- non-comedogenicWon't obstruct skin pores
- antioxidantsSubstances counteracting oxidative damage
psoriasis
Immune system attacks skin cells
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
- dermatitisInflammation of the skin
- melanomaAggressive pigment-cell cancer
acne · rosacea · urticaria · hives · vitiligo · alopecia · scleroderma · cellulitis · impetigo · keratosis
topical
Currently relevant or newsworthy
- corticosteroidAdrenal-derived inflammation suppressant
- retinoidVitamin A-related compound
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
antibacterial · emollient · moisturizer · phototherapy · cryotherapy · laser · biologic · immunosuppressant · antihistamine · microdermabrasion
biopsy
Tissue sample for diagnosis
macule · vesicle · bullae · pustule · cyst · plaque · erythema · pruritus · excoriation · induration
dermis
Living tissue under epidermis
- melanocyteCell that produces melanin
- sebaceousOil-secreting, of skin
- folliclesHair-producing skin structures
pores · collagen · elastin · keratin · melanin · cutaneous · subcutaneous · fibroblasts
complexion
Skin tone, appearance
- hydrationBodily fluid replenishment
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
- non-comedogenicWon't obstruct skin pores
antioxidants · SPF · photoaging · prevention · fragrance-free
dermatologicinternal medicine
Adult organ disease specialty
systemic · neurologic · pulmonary · hepatic · renal
dermatologicinternal
Situated within
visceral · systemic · subcutaneous · deep tissue · intramuscular
- dermatologist testedEvaluated by skin physicians
- dermatology clinicFacility treating skin disorders