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Salud y Enfermedad - Enfermedades y problemas de la piel

Aquí aprenderás algunas palabras en inglés relacionadas con enfermedades y problemas de la piel como "acné", "rosácea" y "lupus".

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acne
[Sustantivo]

a skin condition in which small red spots appear on the face or the neck, mainly affecting teenagers

acné

acné

pemphigus
[Sustantivo]

a rare disease where painful blisters form on the skin and inside the mouth due to the body's immune system attacking healthy cells

pénfigo, una enfermedad rara donde se forman ampollas dolorosas en la piel y dentro de la boca debido a que el sistema inmunológico del cuerpo ataca a las células sanas

pénfigo, una enfermedad rara donde se forman ampollas dolorosas en la piel y dentro de la boca debido a que el sistema inmunológico del cuerpo ataca a las células sanas

Ex: Pemphigus causes painful blisters on the skin, making it a challenging condition.El **pénfigo** causa ampollas dolorosas en la piel, lo que lo convierte en una afección desafiante.
alopecia areata
[Sustantivo]

an autoimmune condition characterized by the sudden onset of hair loss in well-defined patches on the scalp or other parts of the body

alopecia areata, pelada

alopecia areata, pelada

Ex: Wearing hats or scarves may be chosen by those alopecia areata for coverage .Usar sombreros o bufandas puede ser elegido por aquellos con **alopecia areata** para cubrirse.
psoriasis
[Sustantivo]

a chronic skin disorder causing thick, red, and scaly patches due to rapid skin cell overproduction

psoriasis

psoriasis

Ex: Individuals psoriasis may experience itching and discomfort .Las personas con **psoriasis** pueden experimentar picazón y malestar.
atopic dermatitis
[Sustantivo]

a chronic skin condition causing red, itchy rashes often starting in childhood

dermatitis atópica, eccema atópico

dermatitis atópica, eccema atópico

Ex: Atopic dermatitis symptoms can worsen if scratching persists .Los síntomas de la **dermatitis atópica** pueden empeorar si el rascado persiste.

a condition characterized by episodic narrowing of the blood vessels in the fingers and toes, resulting in reduced blood flow and color changes in the affected areas

fenómeno de Raynaud, síndrome de Raynaud

fenómeno de Raynaud, síndrome de Raynaud

hives
[Sustantivo]

raised, itchy welts on the skin, often triggered by factors like allergies or stress

urticaria, ronchas

urticaria, ronchas

Ex: Sun exposure can sometimes hives in sensitive individuals .La exposición al sol a veces puede desencadenar **urticaria** en personas sensibles.

a genetic skin condition characterized by blistering and fragility of the skin

epidermólisis bullosa, dermólisis ampollosa

epidermólisis bullosa, dermólisis ampollosa

rosacea
[Sustantivo]

a chronic skin condition that causes redness, swelling, and small bumps similar to acne

rosácea

rosácea

a chronic skin condition that causes painful, inflamed nodules and abscesses in the skin's sweat glands

hidradenitis supurativa, hidrosadenitis supurativa

hidradenitis supurativa, hidrosadenitis supurativa

scleroderma
[Sustantivo]

a rare autoimmune disease that causes skin and tissue hardening, affecting internal organs

esclerodermia, esclerosis sistémica

esclerodermia, esclerosis sistémica

Ex: Scleroderma may cause difficulty in moving joints due to stiffness.La **esclerodermia** puede causar dificultad para mover las articulaciones debido a la rigidez.
vitiligo
[Sustantivo]

a skin condition characterized by the loss of pigmentation, resulting in white patches on the skin due to the destruction of melanocytes

vitíligo

vitíligo

Ex: Vitiligo affects people of all ages and ethnicities.El **vitiligo** afecta a personas de todas las edades y etnias.
ichthyosis
[Sustantivo]

a genetic skin disorder characterized by the formation of thick, dry, and scaly skin, often resembling fish scales

ictiosis, enfermedad de escamas de pescado

ictiosis, enfermedad de escamas de pescado

Ex: Individuals ichthyosis may require regular exfoliation to reduce scaling .Las personas con **ictiosis** pueden requerir exfoliación regular para reducir la descamación.

a rare genetic disorder that affects the nails and can cause thickened, abnormally shaped nails, as well as other skin and oral abnormalities

paquioniquia congénita, displasia ectodérmica con paquioniquia congénita

paquioniquia congénita, displasia ectodérmica con paquioniquia congénita

cold sore
[Sustantivo]

a small, painful blister that typically appears on or around the lips, caused by the herpes simplex virus

herpes labial, calentura

herpes labial, calentura

Ex: Cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus can recur periodically .Las **calenturas** causadas por el virus del herpes simple pueden reaparecer periódicamente.
blister
[Sustantivo]

a swollen area on the skin filled with liquid, caused by constant rubbing or by burning

ampolla

ampolla

Ex: In severe cases , large or blisters may require medical attention to prevent complications and promote healing .En casos graves, las **ampollas** grandes o infectadas pueden requerir atención médica para prevenir complicaciones y promover la curación.
actinic keratosis
[Sustantivo]

a rough, scaly patch on the skin caused by too much sun exposure and could turn into skin cancer

queratosis actínica, queratosis solar

queratosis actínica, queratosis solar

Ex: Using protective clothing like hats helps actinic keratosis on the face and neck .Usar ropa protectora como sombreros ayuda a prevenir la **queratosis actínica** en la cara y el cuello.
carbuncle
[Sustantivo]

a painful, swollen cluster of connected boils on the skin, typically caused by a bacterial infection

un ántrax, un forúnculo múltiple

un ántrax, un forúnculo múltiple

Ex: Over-the-counter pain relievers can carbuncle discomfort .Los analgésicos de venta libre pueden ayudar con las molestias del **carbunco**.
eczema
[Sustantivo]

a very common skin condition that causes one's skin to become dry, red, itchy, and bumpy

eccema, eczema

eccema, eczema

frostbite
[Sustantivo]

a serious injury resulting from excessive exposure to severely cold weather or things, causing the freezing of the nose, toes, fingers, etc.

congelación, congelamiento

congelación, congelamiento

Ex: The doctor explained how to recognize the signs frostbite to avoid serious injury .El médico explicó cómo reconocer los signos de la **congelación** para evitar lesiones graves.
cellulitis
[Sustantivo]

a bacterial skin infection causing redness, swelling, and tenderness due to a skin break

celulitis, infección bacteriana de la piel

celulitis, infección bacteriana de la piel

Ex: Red streaks may cellulitis spreading and need prompt attention .Las rayas rojas pueden indicar que la **celulitis** se está extendiendo y necesitan atención inmediata.
lupus
[Sustantivo]

a chronic autoimmune disease causing inflammation and diverse symptoms like joint pain and skin rashes

lupus, enfermedad autoinmune crónica

lupus, enfermedad autoinmune crónica

Ex: Sun exposure can trigger lupus flare-ups in some individuals.La exposición al sol puede desencadenar brotes de **lupus** en algunas personas.
melasma
[Sustantivo]

a skin condition causing brown or gray-brown patches, often on the face, linked to hormonal changes or sun exposure

melasma, cloasma

melasma, cloasma

Ex: The dermatologist prescribed a lightening cream to melasma.El dermatólogo recetó una crema aclaradora para tratar el **melasma**.
contact dermatitis
[Sustantivo]

skin inflammation caused by contact with irritants or allergens, resulting in redness, itching, and in some cases blistering

dermatitis de contacto, eccema de contacto

dermatitis de contacto, eccema de contacto

Ex: Common irritants , like certain soaps , may contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals .Los irritantes comunes, como ciertos jabones, pueden desencadenar **dermatitis de contacto** en individuos sensibles.
wart
[Sustantivo]

a small, often hard elevation on the skin that is caused by an infection or a virus

verruga, mezquino

verruga, mezquino

seborrheic eczema
[Sustantivo]

a long-term skin condition causing red, itchy, and flaky patches, commonly on the scalp and face

eccema seborreico, dermatitis seborreica

eccema seborreico, dermatitis seborreica

Ex: Dermatologists can recommend treatments seborrheic eczema symptoms .Los dermatólogos pueden recomendar tratamientos para los síntomas del **eccema seborreico**.
keratosis pilaris
[Sustantivo]

a skin condition causing small, rough bumps on arms, thighs, cheeks, or buttocks

queratosis pilar, queratosis folicular

queratosis pilar, queratosis folicular

Ex: Keratosis pilaris is not harmful but can be a cosmetic concern .La **queratosis pilar** no es dañina pero puede ser una preocupación cosmética.
ringworm
[Sustantivo]

a contagious fungal infection of the skin or scalp, characterized by circular, red, and itchy rashes with a raised, defined border

tiña, dermatofitosis

tiña, dermatofitosis

Ex: Children are often prone to ringworm, especially in communal settings like schools .Los niños son propensos a contraer **tiña**, especialmente en entornos comunitarios como las escuelas.
impetigo
[Sustantivo]

a contagious bacterial skin infection causing red sores that turn into yellowish-brown crusts

impétigo, infección bacteriana contagiosa de la piel

impétigo, infección bacteriana contagiosa de la piel

Ex: Impetigo is common in young children, especially those in close quarters like daycare.El **impétigo** es común en niños pequeños, especialmente en aquellos que están en lugares cerrados como guarderías.
herpes
[Sustantivo]

a viral infection causing painful sores, often around the genital or oral areas, due to the herpes simplex virus

herpes

herpes

Ex: Annual screenings are recommended for those at risk of genital herpes.Se recomiendan exámenes anuales para aquellos en riesgo de **herpes** genital.
bedsore
[Sustantivo]

injuries to areas of skin and underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, as a result of prolonged pressure on the skin

escara

escara

angular cheilitis
[Sustantivo]

a condition characterized by inflammation and cracks at the corners of the mouth, often caused by a combination of factors including infection, dryness, and nutritional deficiencies

queilitis angular, boquera

queilitis angular, boquera

dermatitis
[Sustantivo]

a general term referring to inflammation of the skin, often causing redness, itching, and various skin conditions

dermatitis

dermatitis

Ex: Scratching can dermatitis, leading to more irritation and redness .Rascarse puede empeorar la **dermatitis**, lo que lleva a más irritación y enrojecimiento.
nettle rash
[Sustantivo]

a skin condition marked by itchy, raised welts caused by an allergic reaction or other triggers

urticaria, erupción urticarial

urticaria, erupción urticarial

Ex: Allergic reactions to certain foods can lead to nettle rash.Las reacciones alérgicas a ciertos alimentos pueden provocar una **urticaria** repentina.
cellulite
[Sustantivo]

a condition where the skin on certain parts of the body appears dimpled or lumpy, caused by underlying fat deposits and connective tissue

celulitis

celulitis

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