3.06 Disorders of the integumentary system
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Disorders of the Integumentary system
Disorder
Acne vulgaris
Athlete’s foot
Burns
Description
A common, chronic
disorder of the
sebaceous glands;
excessive sebum is
excreted; the sebum
hardens and plugs the
gland opening.
Contagious fungal
infection that infects the
superficial skin layer
causing skin eruptions;
usually contracted in
public showers.
Description
Cause
The area fills with
leukocytes and
accumulates pus;
occurs most often
during adolescence.
Treatment
Topical meds, antibiotics
Keep face clean, keep hands
and hair away from face
Some people have
severe discomfort,
others have only a few
symptoms; blisters
between the fingers or
toes with cracking,
scaling, itching
Thorough cleaning & drying
area. Antifungal meds &/or
powder. Wear shower shoes
in locker rooms; do not share
towels; practice good
personal hygiene
Description
Treatment/Complications
First degree
SuperficialInvolves only the
epidermis.
Redness, swelling,
pain.
Cold water.
Low risk for infection.
Second degree
Partial thicknessEpidermis and dermis
Pain, swelling,
redness, blisters.
Pain meds, sterile dressings.
Higher risk for infection &
spread to other tissues.
Third degree
Full thicknessComplete destruction of
the epidermis, dermis
and subcutaneous
layers.
Loss of skin, eschar
(blackened skin),
possibly no pain.
May be a lifethreatening situation;
Immediate hospitalization,
prevention of infection,
contracture, fluid
replacement. Skin grafting.
Systemic infection,
dehydration, death.
Disorder
Dermatitis
Eczema
Herpes
Description
Inflammation of the skin.
Non-contagious rash.
Psoriasis
Ringworm
Treatment
The cause may be
non-specific (allergic
reaction, stress,
exposure to
chemicals).
Same
Remove the causative agent;
topical ointments to alleviate
the symptoms.
Painful blisters that
rupture and leave
sores.
Spread by oral
secretions, sexual
contact.
If a pregnant woman
has symptoms
when the delivery date
arrives, the baby may
become infected when
passing through the
vagina. A c-section
may be performed.
No cure; treat with
Acyclovir a anti-viral
medication.
Acute, inflammatory and
contagious skin disease
seen in babies and
young children.
Two bacteria cause
impetigo- vesicles that
rupture and develop
yellow crustsStaphylococcus or
streptococcus
organism.
Topical antibacterial cream or
oral antibiotics.
Don’t share toys, bedding,
towels, etc.
Chronic inflammatory
skin disease
characterized by the
development of dry
reddish patches covered
with silvery-white scales;
affects skin over elbows,
knees, shins, scalp,
lower back. More
common in adults.
Unknown.
No definite treatment at
present.
Moisturizers.
Highly contagious fungal
infection; raised, itchy,
circular patches with
crusts.
Fungus (tinea). It
spreads Skin-to-skin
contact with a person
or animal, sharing
Antifungal meds & creams.
Acute (< 6 months),
chronic (>6 months),
non-contagious
inflammatory skin
disease.
Viral infection that is
usually seen as a blister.
Two types of HSV:
HSV type 1-causes
sores around the mouth
and lips (cold sores/fever
blisters).
HSV type 2- Genital
Herpes -sores around
the genitals or rectum.
Impetigo
Cause
Same
towels, sports
equipment
Scabies
Shingles
Skin Cancer
A condition of very itchy
skin caused by tiny mites
that burrow into your
skin.
It is highly contagious,
spread by close,
physical contact,
sexual contact,
sharing towels, bed
sheets.
It will not go away on its own,
special Scabies med is
needed
Painful skin eruptions
due to a virus infection of
the nerve endings.
People most at risk are
those who have had
chicken pox, 50 or older,
weakened immune
system.
Caused by the same
virus that causes
chicken pox (herpes
zoster).
It is contagious. But it
can be spread to
people who have not
had chicken pox.
Anti-viral creams & meds.
Vaccine for prevention.
Description
Cause
Treatment/Possible
Complications
(Primary causesunlight!)
Basil Cell
The most common and
least malignant type of
skin cancer.
Usually occurs on the
face.
Start in the epidermis
& spread.
Squamous Cell Arises from the epidermis Arises from epidermis
Malignant
Melanoma
and occurs most often on
the scalp and lower lip,
& grows rapidly and
metastasizes to the
lymph nodes.
Occurs in melanocytes
and metastasizes to
other areas quickly; may
appear as a brown or
black irregular patch
which occurs suddenly; a
color or size change in a
pre-existing mole or wart.
Exposure to
ultraviolent light from
the sun and tanning
beds.
Surgical removal, radiation,
cryosurgery (Freezing).
Limit exposure to direct
sunlight.
Surgical removal or radiation.
Limit exposure to direct
sunlight.
Surgery, chemotherapy,
radiation.
Limit exposure to direct
sunlight.
Skin Lesions
Macule
Abnormal area on the
skin.
Solid, elevation, <1cm =
elevated nevi
Pustule
Small blister filled with
pus, < 0.5cm = acne,
impetigo
Decubitus ulcer
Vesicle
Warts = Nodule =
solid elevation
varies
Flat local change in skin
color = freckle
Papule
Ulcer
varies
Depressed lesion of
epidermis & upper
dermis = stage 2
pressure ulcer
Bedsore: a deep loss of
skin surface that may
extend into the dermis;
occur when a person is
constantly sitting or lying
in the same position.
Turning, repositioning
frequently, relief of
pressure on bony
areas.
Remove damaged tissue,
dressings, pain meds.
Virus
Ex: Human papilloma
virus (there are over
100 kinds of HPV);
YES, they are
contagious!
Medications, Cryosurgery
(freezing), Laser treatment,
Duct tape =)
There are solutions to treat the
warts but *they can recur after
they are removed. Preventiondon’t share towels, wear shoes
in public showers.
Infection, even ultimately
death.
Small blister filled with
serous fluid, = Herpes,
chicken pox
Small, rough, hard
growth on the skin.