Flakes
Flakes
Flakes (/fleɪks/), in a medical context, often refers to small, thin pieces of something, particularly in reference to skin that is shedding or peeling. The term can also be used metaphorically to describe certain symptoms or conditions.
Etymology
The term "flake" originates from the Old English "flacca," meaning "a flake," and has been used in the English language since the 14th century. In a medical context, it has been used to describe the shedding or peeling of skin since at least the 19th century.
Related Terms
- Dermatology: The branch of medicine dealing with the skin and its diseases.
- Exfoliation (dermatology): The process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin.
- Psoriasis: A chronic skin condition that causes skin cells to build up rapidly, resulting in scales and red patches that are often itchy and painful.
- Dandruff: A common condition that causes the skin on the scalp to flake.
- Seborrheic dermatitis: A common skin condition that mainly affects the scalp, causing scaly patches, red skin, and stubborn dandruff.
- Eczema: A condition that makes your skin red and itchy, often leading to flaking.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flakes
- Wikipedia's article - Flakes
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