Consumer and Community Health Study Guide
-Glaucoma: an eye condition in which fluid pressure builds up inside the eye.
-Pores: tiny openings in the skin that allow perspiration to escape.
-Astigmatism: an eye condition in which images appear wavy or blurry.
-Consumer: a person who buys products and services.
-Health Insurance: plans that may cover regular check-ups or emergency visits to the hospital.
-Farsighted: people who are farsighted usually wear glasses to read.
Tinnitus: a condition that causes constant ringing in the ears.
-Specialists: is a health care professional trained to treat a special category of patients or health
problems.
-Endorsement: a statement of approval.
-Epidermis: the outer layer of skin.
-Dermis: the inner layer of skin.
-Health Maintenance Organization: is a health insurance plan that contracts with selected physicians and
specialists to provide medical services at a fixed monthly rate.
-Cataract: an eye condition in which the lens becomes cloudy as a person ages.
-Melanin: is the substance that gives skin its color.
Plaque: is a thin, sticky film that builds up on teeth and leads to tooth decay.
-Acne: is a skin condition caused by active oil glands that clog hair follicles.
-Retina: is the light sensing part of the inner eye.
-Inner ear: contains 3 tiny bones called the hammer, anvil, and the stirrup.