Anatomy
and Histology of Normal Skin
The LUMEN Series maintained by Loyola University Medical Education Network
provides the user with useful information and meaningful graphics about the
anatomy of normal skin. Question: A. What are the primary functions of the
skin? B. On a piece of paper, list and describe the layers of the epidermis
and dermis. C. On the piece of paper, list and describe the skin appendages
discussed at this site.
Patient Information Pamphlets
The American Academy of Dermatology maintains this informative site that addresses
a host of skin problems ranging from acne to warts. Look under Patient Materials
to answer these questions. Question: A. What causes Tinea Versicolor? B. How
can skin cancer be avoided?
Dermatology in the Cinema
The American Medical Association and Gene Siskel both proclaim that this
is one of the most intriguing sites on the Internet. This site was developed
and is maintained by a dermatologist that is interested in dermatological
conditions related to the cinema. The user will spend countless hours viewing
a variety of integumentary topics related to the movies. Click on the ticket
to "admit one". Question: A. In the section about actors with skin conditions
(3rd screen), what is the danger of the hair style worm by Bo Derek in the
movie "Ten"? B. In "Batman Forever", what advise does the Riddler give Two
Face regarding his skin condition? (See sounds!) C. In the section on realism,
what is the medical basis of the movie "Mask"? D. View evil screen 3, and
describe the skin conditions of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt in the movie "Interview
with a Vampire".
Anatomy of the Skin
The Internet Dermatology Society maintains this informative site about the
integumentary system. Included in this site are a variety of images of integumentary
tissue. Question: A. What is lanugo hair? B. How many hairs does a typical
adult lose in a day?
The
Growth and Loss of Hair
This site provides the user with extensive information about hair. Question:
Describe the three parts of the hair cycle in humans.
On
the Teen Scene: Acne Agony
The FDA provides the user with important information about acne. Question: What
acne medication is associated with serious side effects?
Aging
Skin
Information on benign skin tumors and growths due to aging is provided at this
site. Question: List several benign skin conditions associated with aging.
