Match the medical terms with their definitions.
-pigmentary skin discolorations,usually occurring in yellowish-brown patches or spots
A)abscess
B)acne
C)alopecia
D)Bowen disease
E)cellulitis
F)chloasma
G)comedo
H)debridement
I)dermabrasion
J)dermatomycosis
K)ecchymosis
L)eczema
M)erythema
N)eschar
O)hirsutism
P)impetigo
Q)keratosis
R)lentigo
S)pallor
T)pediculosis
U)petechia
V)pressure ulcer
W)pruritus
X)scabies
Y)vitiligo
Z)urticaria

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Chloasma refers to pigmentary skin discolorations that occur in yellowish-brown patches or spots, usually on the face.

Answer: R
 Lentigo also refers to pigmentary skin discolorations, but they appear as small, flat, brown discolorations on the skin.

Answer: Y
 Vitiligo is a condition that causes depigmentation of the skin, resulting in white patches or spots.

Answer: K
 Ecchymosis refers to the discoloration of the skin caused by bleeding underneath the surface, typically resulting in a bruise.

Answer: M
 Erythema refers to redness of the skin, often due to inflammation or irritation.

Answer: O
 Hirsutism refers to excessive hair growth, often in a male pattern, in women.

Answer: V
 Pressure ulcer refers to a sore or wound on the skin caused by prolonged pressure, often seen in individuals who are bedridden or wheelchair-bound.

Answer: W
 Pruritus refers to itching of the skin, often due to an allergic reaction or other skin condition.

Answer: Z
 Urticaria, also known as hives, is a skin condition characterized by itchy, raised, red welts or patches on the skin.

Answer: T
 Pediculosis refers to infestation with lice, typically on the scalp or body.

Note: The remaining terms are defined as follows: 
A)abscess - a localized collection of pus within tissues
B)acne - a common skin condition characterized by the formation of pimples or other lesions on the skin
C)alopecia - hair loss, often due to a medical condition or treatment
D)Bowen disease - a type of skin cancer that typically appears as a red, scaly patch on the skin
E)cellulitis - an infection of the skin and soft tissues, typically caused by bacteria
G)comedo - a type of acne lesion, typically a blackhead or whitehead
H)debridement - the removal of damaged or infected tissue from a wound or ulcer
I)dermabrasion - a cosmetic procedure in which the top layer of skin is removed to treat scarring or other skin irregularities
J)dermatomycosis - a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails
N)eschar - a dry, black scab or crust that forms after a burn or other skin injury

Match the Medical Terms with Their Definitions