Skin Disorders quizz

What is Psoriasis characterized by?

• Abnormal pigmentation of the skin

• Red patches covered with silver-white scales

• Brown-colored spots on skin exposed to sunlight

• A wine-colored skin discoloration

Imagine you are at a dermatology clinic, observing various skin conditions. Which of the following conditions that you come across is not contagious?

• Albinism

• Chloasma

• Psoriasis

• Lentigines

Imagine a world where everyone has unique skin, hair, and eye colors. In this world, a rare condition prevents some individuals from producing the pigment that colors these features, leading to an appearance characterized by very light skin, hair, and eyes. This condition is due to a deficiency in which substance?

• Keratin

• Melanin

• Hemoglobin

• Collagen

Sarah noticed dark, discolored patches on her face after her beach vacation. What could have caused these patches, known as Chloasma?

• Exposure to the sun

• A burn or congenital disease

• Aging, certain diseases, and after the disappearance of moles

• Hormonal fluctuations or exposure to the sun

During a medical seminar, a dermatologist explains that Leukoderma encompasses which of the following conditions?

• Vitiligo and albinism

• Lentigines and nevus

• Psoriasis and stain

• Chloasma and lentigines

During a summer camp, children noticed that some of them had small brown spots on their skin, especially after outdoor activities. What is the technical term for these spots?

• Lentigines

• Leukoderma

• Nevus

• Stain

What is a Nevus more commonly known as?

• A birthmark

• A freckle

• A liver spot

• A wine stain

What is the cause of a Stain skin disorder?

• Hormonal fluctuations

• Cumulative sun exposure

• Dilated capillaries; commonly known as a birthmark

• Aging, certain diseases, and after the disappearance of moles

What is a hypertrophy of the skin?

• A change in the pigmentation of the skin

• An abnormal growth of the skin

• A type of skin cancer

• A deficiency in perspiration

During a routine health check-up, a dermatologist is explaining to a patient about moles. Which of the following statements made by the dermatologist is NOT correct about moles?

• A small, brownish spot on the skin

• An acquired and protective, superficial, thickened patch of epidermis

• Ranging in color from tan to brown or bluish black

• Large dark hairs often occur in moles