When most people think of burn injuries, they think of damage to the skin. Burns also affect many other areas of the body because the skin plays such an important role in protecting the body from the ...

The hypodermis is the innermost layer of the skin that stores fat and energy, pads and protects the body, and attaches skin to the bones and muscles. The hypodermis provides shaping and contour and is ...

The dermis controls body temperature and helps cool the skin by sweating. Hair grows from follicles in the dermis, which can cause goosebumps when tiny muscles contract. The dermis protects the body ...

The epidermis is the thin outer layer of the skin that is visible to the eye and works to protect the body. This part of the skin does not contain any blood vessels. It is, therefore, dependent on the ...

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Your skin is the largest organ of your body. It's made up of several different substances, including water, protein, lipids, minerals and chemicals. The average adult's skin weighs about 6 pounds. Its ...

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