UNIT 1: Part 2:Diseases of Epithelial
Tissue
( Eczema, Psoriasis, Vitiligo)
The Topic Title and Group Member Names A Definition of the Topic,
including symtons/signs, or notable charecteristics or steps/stages Which
type of tissues affected and how Dempgraphic of who is affected by the
topic Digrams of the topic Key Vocabulary
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Transcript of Diseases of Epithelial Tissue ( Eczema, Psoriasis,
Vitiligo)
Diseases of the Epithelial Tissue Erika Allen
Period 5. Eczema Psoriasis Non-contagious skin condition that produces
red, red dry plaques of thick skin. Vitiligo skin inflammation also known
as dermatitis, usually redness and itching can be caused by outbreaks in
the environment or allergens/allergies. not contagious, can be inherited
Signs And Symptoms Dry, red, itchy, burning skin. Intense itching.
Blisters and lessons. Usually in the face, on the neck, insides of elbows
and knees, and ankles in adults. Demographics ! Eczema is a genetic
defect in the skin barrier, and is found most in young children and
infants All races are vulnerable to Eczema Princess Kate Middleton of
Great Britain affects the epithelial tissue raised patches of skin, Can be
found on the fanny , genital areas. Severe psoriasis covers the full body
in thick red scaly skin. Lesions on the head of the penis. Signs and
Symptoms silvery scales found on the knees and elbow yellow
discoloration of the toe nails. Demographics Psoriasis is inherited, and
YOU can PASS it to your CHILDREN as well . Psoriais is found in :
ALL RACES ! Kris and Kim Kardashian A pigmentation disorder where
the melanoytes are destroyed. Charecterized by white patches over they
body . Hair where the patch is , is turned white as well . Signs and
Symptoms white patches in the skin Lose of skin color , to a white color
. Demographics ! affects BOTH sexes and ALL races ! Noticeable in
people with dark skin.