GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -The dermis, also called the ‘true skin’, is the thickest layer (2-5mm) of skin. It is composed of dense fibrous connective tissue and contains numerous collagenous and elastic fibres (Wysocki, 2000), surrounded by a gelatinous fluid matrix which makes the dermis strong and enables it to stretch.

Detailed explanation-2: -The dermis is a fibrous structure composed of collagen, elastic tissue, and other extracellular components that includes vasculature, nerve endings, hair follicles, and glands. The role of the dermis is to support and protect the skin and deeper layers, assist in thermoregulation, and aid in sensation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Three layers of tissue make up the skin: Epidermis, the top layer. Dermis, the middle layer. Hypodermis, the bottom or fatty layer.

Detailed explanation-4: -Skin is the largest organ in the body and covers the body’s entire external surface. It is made up of three layers, the epidermis, dermis, and the hypodermis, all three of which vary significantly in their anatomy and function.