GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Inflammation of the skin due to irritating chemicals is called:
A
Contact dermatitis
B
Impetigo
C
Vitiligo
D
Psoriasis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Contact dermatitis is a condition in which the skin becomes red, sore, or inflamed after direct contact with a substance.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dermatitis is a general term for conditions that cause inflammation of the skin. Examples include atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis (dandruff). These conditions cause red rashes, dry skin and itchiness among other symptoms.

Detailed explanation-3: -Other names for it include allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis.

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