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depilate
Hair removal of the hair
shaft limited to that which is above the surface of the skin. Such
removal techniques allow the hair root to remain. Shaving and chemical
depilatories are examples.
dermal papilla
See papilla.
dermatitis
Any inflammation of the
skin.
dermatographism
A common condition where
the skin experiences reddening, swelling or welting when rubbed or
scratched.
dermatology
The medical specialty
pertaining to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the skin.
dermatosis
Any disorder of the skin,
especially one occurring without inflammation.
dermis
Layer of skin underneath
and bounding upon the epidermis. The dermis contains supporting
connective tissue with blood vessels, nerves, hair follicles, sweat
glands, and sebaceous glands. The corium.
diathermy
The generation of tissue
temperature by a high frequency current, ultrasonic waves or microwave
radiation. Also called high-frequency, short wave, and thermolysis.
direct current (DC)
Electric current that
flows in one direction. Galvanic current.
dispersive electrode
The ground, inactive or
indifferent electrode.
distorted hair follicle
A misshapen follicle, due
to inflammation, scarification, or other aberration, which can make
electrolysis needle insertion more difficult.
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