ichthyosiform scale Large polygonal scales, as in fish scales. click image to enlarge
imbricated Resembling tiled roof.
indurated Hardening of the skin beneath the epidermis
usually caused by edema, dermal-sclerosis, inflammation, or cellular
infiltration.
infarct Area of necrosis resulting from lack of blood supply.
inframammary Area involving the skin folds below the breasts.
intertriginous Regions where opposing skin surfaces come
in contact that may cause friction, e.g., axillae and inner thighs.
iris Concentric rings of various color shades.
irregular Not of regular or symmetrical form; unevenly shaped or placed.
K
keloid A firm, usually elevated, proliferation
of scar tissue exceeding the area of the preceding skin injury or
wound. click image to view animation
keratoderma A diffuse, usually persistent, retention
of stratum corneum producing a thick, waxy layer of yellow adherent
keratin. Keratoderma typically involves the palms and soles.
koilonychia Concave and slightly spoon shaped nails.
L
lakes of pus Coalescing areas of pus.
lamellar scale Plate-like scale.
leading edge scale Scale at the advancing edge of a plaque. Also called advancing edge
scale.
leukonychia (true leukonychia) White coloration of the nail plate,
either partial or total involvement.
lichenification Thickened skin with accentuated markings
usually due to repeated rubbing and scratching of skin. click image to enlarge
linear Resembling a straight line. click image to view animation
localized Process limited to a discreet area of the body.
lunula A crescent-shaped pale area corresponding to the distal matrix at
the proximal nail.