know the dermatology language Crossword
This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Medical Terminology has 12 clues. Answers range from 4 to 14 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Description
Any change in colour or consistency, without elevation above the surface of surrounding skin. Does not blanch on pressure
Circumscribed raised lesion <1cm in diameter
Circumscribed raised lesion >1cm in diameter.
An area of skin raised slightly above the surrounding skin which is extensive, usually greater than 3cm across.
Circumscribed raised lesions containing clear fluid. <0.5cm in diameter
Circumscribed raised lesions containing cloudy fluid. <0.5cm in diameter.
Circumscribed raised lesions containing clear fluid. >0.5cm in diameter
A fluid filled cavity below the dermis. The above lesions are in the dermis
Flat disc like lesions of various sizes.
Dilatation of the superficial skin capillaries, causing redness. Always blanches.
Damage to superficial skin capillaries that have leaked blood. Do not blanch.
Small permanently dilated blood vessels in the skin. Blanch,linear.
