Match the pathologic skin conditions with their correct descriptions.

-Chronic, recurrent dermatosis marked by silvery gray scales covering red patches on the skin
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.

-Chronic, recurrent dermatosis marked by silvery gray scales covering red patches on the skin
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

Chronic, recurrent dermatosis marked by silvery gray scales covering red patches on the skin is psoriasis.

Answer: J 
 Tinea is a fungal infection that causes ring-shaped rashes with raised borders.

Answer: C 
 Eczema is an itchy, inflammatory skin condition that causes redness, dryness, and flakiness.

Answer: F 
 Malignant melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer characterized by the growth of abnormal pigment-producing cells.

Match the Pathologic Skin Conditions with Their Correct Descriptions