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ulcer
An ulcer is an open lesion that involves tissue loss around the edges on the skin or mucous membrane. It can be caused by various factors such as infection, poor circulation, or a chronic medical condition. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may involve addressing the primary issue and promoting wound healing.
A circumscribed lesion of the skin or mucous membrane refers to a specific, well-defined area of abnormal tissue with defined borders. Common examples include moles, warts, and ulcers. These lesions are usually discrete and not diffusely spread out.
Gastric ulcer is a lesion of the mucous membrane in the stomach accompanied by the sloughing of dead tissue. It is often caused by factors like Helicobacter pylori infection, excessive use of NSAIDs, and stress. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, bloating, and nausea.
A mucous membrane
11100 is a CPT surgery code indicating: Biopsy of skin, subcutaneous tissue and/or mucous membrane (including simple closure), unless otherwise listed; single lesion.
The innermost layer of the stomach is made of mucous membrane. The mucous membrane of the stomach contains simple columnar epithelium tissue, that has many exocrine cells.
Any body area that has an outlet to the out side is covered in a mucous membrane: respiratory tact. digestive tract, urinary tract, even the membrane that surrounds the orbit of the eye (eye ball).
Epithelium :)
The tissue at the entrance of the oropharynx is primarily composed of mucous membrane, which is a type of tissue that lines the cavity of the mouth and throat. This mucous membrane helps to protect and lubricate the tissues in the oropharynx, as well as assist in the process of swallowing and speech.
it is composed of epitheal layer with under lying connectiv tissue
Yes, the rectum is lined with a mucous membrane, which is composed of epithelial tissue and secretes mucus. This membrane helps protect the underlying tissues, facilitates the passage of stool, and provides lubrication. The mucous membrane in the rectum also plays a role in sensory functions related to defecation.
No, nipples are not considered mucous membranes. Mucous membranes line various body cavities and organs that are exposed to the external environment, such as the mouth, nose, and digestive tract, and secrete mucus to protect against infection. Nipples are composed of skin, glandular tissue, muscle, and connective tissue, but do not secrete mucus.