Glencoe Health
Glencoe Health
1st Edition
McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN: 9780078913280
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Section 13.1: Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails

Exercise 1
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The term melanin is defined as the dark pigment that is responsible for giving color in the skin, hair, and the iris of the eyes.

On the other hand, the hair follicle is described as the sac that encloses the roots of the hair. This structure is also where the oil or sebaceous glands open.

Exercise 2
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Acne is an inflamed sebaceous gland that occurs when the skin gets clogged due to the following reasons:
1. infection with the bacteria on the skin
2. hormonal imbalance
3. too much oil and dead skin cells on the skin

To treat acne, the following methods are done:
1. Wash your face twice a day using a gentle cleanser.
2. Apply medication or treatments that are prescribed by dermatologists.
3. Avoid wearing makeup and applying oil-based products.
4. Avoid touching and pricking the acne.

Exercise 3
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Hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV through non-sterile needles
Exercise 4
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Biting nails cause it to be uneven. Uneven nails make it prone to having split nails and hangnails. Breaks in the skin by nail biting can cause bacteria to get inside the nail bed. It can cause swelling of the nails.
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Biting nails
Exercise 5
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Proper skin, nail, and hair tell others that you are healthy. People will see that your skin is glowing and clean, having clean and evenly trimmed nails,and healthy hair that is soft and shiny improves the overall good opinion of other people.
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Proper skin, nail, and hair tell others that you are healthy.
Exercise 6
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“I just want to tell you that piercing can cause infection as it breaks the physical barrier of the skin. In the future, other people may not view it artistically but rather see it as a symbol of a rebellious attitude and limit your job opportunities. I hope you think this choice again”.
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Piercing
Exercise 7
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John: Hey, wanna come with me tomorrow? I’m going to get a shoulder tattoo.

Drew: You should think about that dude. Remember, the ink goes more than skin deep.

John: Nah. It’s all good. The tattoo parlor is recommended by a family friend.

Drew: I see. Be careful about infections and diseases you can get from it though. Hepatitis and HIV can be transmitted through the tattoo needles.

John: Yeah, I have read about that. The shop is a registered facility. I’m in safe hands.

Drew: That’s good to know. Just make sure you won’t have any regrets because some tattoos can no longer be removed. More importantly, you have to be ready for the stigma associated with tattoos. You may have troubles finding a work in the future.

John: I understand your worries, but it is something that I have been thinking of doing for years. I have carefully given a thought about it. Thanks for your concern.

Drew: Well, in that case, then go for it! What time should we get there tomorrow?

John: See you there at 4 in the afternoon.

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John: Hey, wanna come with me tomorrow? I’m going to get a shoulder tattoo.

Drew: You should think about that dude. Remember, the ink goes more than skin deep.

John: Nah. It’s all good. The tattoo parlor is recommended by a family friend.

Drew: I see. Be careful about infections and diseases you can get from it though. Hepatitis and HIV can be transmitted through the tattoo needles. (Click to see the full solution)

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