Skin Disorders Dictionary
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keratosis: Peeling of the skin.
lesion: A general term for any growth, injury or abrasion on the skin.
leukoderma: White skin patches.
macule: A flat area of skin that is a different color or different texture than the surrounding skin.
malignant: A term used to describe cancerous tissue that may spread or metastasize.
melanin: A pigmentation that gives skin color.
melanoma: A type of skin cancer that can be fatal.
melasma: A brown-colored pigmentation on the face. Melasma often occurs in pregnant women and is sometimes called the mask of pregnancy. Melasma typically fades with time.
nummular: A form of eczema that produces round, well-defined pink and brown patches on the skin. oncologist: A doctor who specializes in the treatment of cancers.
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