Artwork of psoriasis of skin epidermis in section
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Artwork of psoriasis of skin epidermis in section
Psoriasis. Illustration of a microscopic view of a slice through the surface of human skin with the disease psoriasis. Psoriasis is caused by a ten- fold increase in the rate at which new skin cells are produced. These cells come from a rapidly dividing layer at the base of the epidermis, shown here in pink. Constant division pushes older cells upwards towards the surface, where they flatten, die, and form a thick layer of painful, flaky skin (top). The layer under the epidermis is the dermis, which contains blood vessels (red & blue) that nourish the skin. Psoriasis is an incurable disease that causes great physical discomfort
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Epidermis Psoriasis Skin Skin Disease Condition Disorder Health Care
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This print showcases the intricate artwork of psoriasis on the skin's epidermis. The image offers a microscopic view, revealing a slice through the surface of human skin affected by this chronic disease. Psoriasis is characterized by an abnormal increase in new skin cell production, ten times faster than normal. The pink layer depicted here represents the rapidly dividing layer at the base of the epidermis, where these excessive cells originate from. As they continuously divide and multiply, older cells are pushed upwards towards the surface. However, instead of shedding naturally like healthy skin cells do, these cells flatten, die prematurely, and accumulate to form a thick layer of painful and flaky skin. Beneath this troubled epidermal layer lies the dermis which houses vital blood vessels responsible for nourishing our skin. In this artistic representation, we can observe these blood vessels depicted in vibrant red and blue hues. Psoriasis is an incurable condition that inflicts great physical discomfort upon those who suffer from it. This mesmerizing visual serves as a reminder of both its complexity and impact on individuals' health and well-being. Captured by Science Photo Library with utmost precision and detail, this print not only showcases scientific knowledge but also doubles as a stunning piece of art that highlights the beauty within even such challenging medical conditions like psoriasis.
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