Match the pathologic skin conditions with their correct descriptions.

-Contagious, infectious pyoderma
A)acne
B)decubitus ulcer
C)eczema
D)gangrene
E)impetigo
F)malignant melanoma
G)psoriasis
H)scleroderma
I)systemic lupus erythematosus
J)tinea

Question

Match the pathologic skin conditions with their correct descriptions.

-Contagious, infectious pyoderma
A)acne
B)decubitus ulcer
C)eczema
D)gangrene
E)impetigo
F)malignant melanoma
G)psoriasis
H)scleroderma
I)systemic lupus erythematosus
J)tinea

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Impetigo is a contagious, infectious pyoderma that presents as honey-colored, crusted lesions on the skin.

Answer: J 
 Tinea (also known as ringworm) is a contagious, infectious pyoderma caused by a fungal infection that presents as circular, scaly, and red lesions on the skin.

Note: None of the other options listed are contagious, infectious pyodermas.

Match the Pathologic Skin Conditions with Their Correct Descriptions