Dermic

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Dermic

Dermic (pronounced: /ˈdɜːrmɪk/) is a term that pertains to the skin or dermis. It is derived from the Greek word "derma" which means skin.

Etymology

The term "dermic" is derived from the Greek word "derma" which means skin. It is often used in medical terminology to refer to anything related to the skin or dermis.

Related Terms

  • Dermis: The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis that forms the true skin, containing blood capillaries, nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles.
  • Epidermis: The outer layer of cells covering an organism, in particular.
  • Hypodermis: An epidermal layer of cells that secretes the chitinous cuticle. The hypodermis is beneath the dermis which is beneath the epidermis. It is used mainly for fat storage.
  • Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin, nails, hair and its diseases. It is a specialty with both medical and surgical aspects.
  • Dermatologist: A dermatologist is specialist doctor that manages diseases, in the widest sense, and some cosmetic problems of the skin, hair and nails.

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