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The 44 pages that link to Epidermis, each with the reason it gives.

• EcdysisRelated: The epidermis separates from and replaces the cuticle during a molt.

• Hair follicleNarrower topic: The follicular epithelium extends downward from this surface layer.

• Skin barrierNarrower topic: The barrier is concentrated in the epidermis, especially its outermost layers.

• CellulitisRelated: Its injury can create an entry point for bacteria, even though cellulitis extends deeper.

• Stratum corneumNarrower topic: The stratum corneum is the epidermis's outermost layer.

• Sebaceous glandRelated: The gland’s duct opens onto the skin surface, which this layer forms.

• DermisCompared with: It lies above the dermis and lacks the dermal layer’s blood vessels.

• MelanocyteNarrower topic: Melanocytes reside among epidermal cells, especially in its basal layer.

• Amphibian skinBroader topic: This thin outer layer lies directly between the amphibian’s body and its environment.

• HairNarrower topic: Hair follicles develop from this outer skin layer.

• KeratinocyteNarrower topic: Keratinocytes make up most of this tissue and move through its layers.

• BurnBroader topic: Superficial burns affect this layer without destroying the dermis.

• FingerprintNarrower topic: Fingerprint ridges are visible patterns in this outer skin layer.

• DermatologyBroader topic: Many common skin disorders begin in this barrier-forming layer.

• Eccrine sweat glandRelated: The eccrine duct passes through it to open at the skin surface.

• ScuteNarrower topic: Scutes develop from the epidermis rather than from the shell’s bone.

• Fish scaleRelated: It covers the scales and contributes to the protective skin surface.

• Snake scaleRelated: Snake scales develop from the epidermis and its specialized cells.

• Turtle shellRelated: Its keratinized surface forms the scutes over the shell’s bones.

• BarbelRelated: A barbel's surface carries sensory structures exposed to the surrounding water.

• KeratinizationRelated: Its surface layers undergo keratinization as cells move outward.

• Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentationNarrower topic: Pigment confined to this layer often fades as epidermal cells renew.

• ChaetaRelated: Chaetae develop from epidermal cells and emerge through the body surface.

• TegumentCompared with: The tegument performs some epidermal roles but has a distinctive syncytial organization.

• Crustacean moltingRelated: During premolt, epidermal cells detach from and secrete material beneath the old cuticle.

• Dermal denticleRelated: Denticles develop in association with the epidermis but extend into deeper skin.

• Glycolic acidNarrower topic: Glycolic acid’s topical effects occur chiefly within this layer.

• Cell junctionRelated: Desmosomes help epidermal cells withstand friction and mechanical stress.

• IchthyosisNarrower topic: Ichthyosis disrupts the epidermis, where abnormal renewal or shedding creates visible scale.

• NevusNarrower topic: Some nevi involve cells at the skin’s surface layer.

• Sweat glandRelated: Many sweat ducts pass through the epidermis to open at the surface.

• ErysipelasBroader topic: Erysipelas affects the upper skin, though its inflammation characteristically involves the superficial dermis.

• HivesNarrower topic: Hives involve swelling beneath this surface rather than a primary epidermal rash.

• Human skinBroader topic: Its renewing surface cells form the first barrier against water loss and environmental exposure.

• Integumentary systemBroader topic: Its tightly joined cells and surface lipids form the system’s outer barrier.

• Lip balmNarrower topic: Lip balm acts on the exposed surface of this tissue.

• PorcupineRelated: Porcupine quills develop from the epidermis, like other hairs.

• Toxic epidermal necrolysisNarrower topic: The defining tissue damage occurs across this skin layer.

• ComedoNarrower topic: The epidermal covering over a follicle helps determine whether its comedo is closed.

• Integumentary System Physiological PhenomenaBroader topic: Its keratin-producing cells form the surface barrier.

• LongisquamaRelated: Its dorsal appendages have been interpreted as unusual skin-derived structures.

• PimpleNarrower topic: A pimple appears at the surface of this layer, above an affected follicle.

• Skin and Connective Tissue DiseasesBroader topic: Disorders confined to this layer can alter the skin barrier and surface.

• Skin conditionBroader topic: Disorders such as psoriasis and eczema often disrupt this barrier.