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Why is regional or inflammation of the skin usually very painful?
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Why is inflammation of the skin usually painful?
Skin cells are naturally a rich source of IL-1 a chemical chemotactic agent which recruits inflammation causing cells. Whenever there is any mechanical or chemical stimulus these cells release IL-1 which further causes release of TNF from surrounding inflammation causing cells . Both these acts as an alaram for skin inflammation which further brings more cells and the cycle goes on. Therefore skin inflammation ismore painfull and itchy.
What is a discontinuity of the skin or mucous surface which is usually accompanied by inflammation?
ulcer
What is a welt?
A painful bump on your skin, usually worse than a bruise.
What is the medical term meaning inflammation of the skin?
Dermatitis (derm = skin + itis = inflammation) occurs when the skin is red, swollen and uncomfortable. Itching may accompany the inflammation.Phlebitis (phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is when the vein feels like a rubber hose. This is a common problem with prolonged intravenous (IV) therapy.Thrombophlebitis (thrombo = clot + phleb = vein + itis = inflammation) is a condition where there is skin redness and/or swelling and the veins are easily felt and look like cords running under the skin. Another term for this is "White Leg".
What is Regional pain syndrome?
It is a rare, chronic, and progressive skin condition that causes severe pain, inflammation, and changes in the skin. Some describe it as a burning sensation and can affect the arms, legs, or feet.
What is chronic regional pain syndrome?
It is a rare, chronic, and progressive skin condition that causes severe pain, inflammation, and changes in the skin. Some describe it as a burning sensation and can affect the arms, legs, or feet.
Is dermatosis any condition of skin associated with inflammation?
No, dermatitis is skin inflammation.
What is the main issue with ulcerative colitis?
perforation of the intestine (in which the wall of the intestine develops a hole), toxic dilation of the colon (in which the colon become quite large in diameter), and the development of colon cancer.
What is a definition for shingles?
An acute, painful inflammation of the nerve ganglia, with a skin eruption often forming a girdle around the middle of the body. It is caused by the same virus as chickenpox.
What does a Carbuncle look like?
A carbuncle is a severe skin abscess, usually bright red and painful.
Is dermatitis inflammation of the liver?
Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin. Hepatitis is inflammation of the liver.
Is cellulitis painful?
Cellulitis may be recognized by 4 main symptoms and they are:1.)Inflammation of affected skin with redness, 2:)swelling, 3.)warmth and 4.)pain to touch of affected area. Cellulitis can be painful, but this depends from case to case.
