NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
bluish discoloration of the skin
A
Albino
B
Erythema
C
Jaundice
D
Cyanosis
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -People whose blood is low in oxygen tend to have a bluish color to their skin. This condition is called cyanosis. Depending on the cause, cyanosis may develop suddenly, along with shortness of breath and other symptoms. Cyanosis that is caused by long-term heart or lung problems may develop slowly.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cyanosis is a pathologic condition that is characterized by a bluish discoloration of the skin or mucous membrane1 [1]. The word cyanosis is a derivative of the word cyan, a blue-green color. The presence of cyanosis can pose a serious diagnostic challenge.

Detailed explanation-3: -The main symptom of cyanosis is a bluish discoloration of your skin. The bluish tone may also affect your lips, tongue, gums, ears and nails. If you have darker skin, cyanosis may look more gray or white. It may also show up more around your lips, tongue, gums, nails and eyes.

Detailed explanation-4: -This redistribution of blood flow from extremities causes cyanosis of extremities. Exposure to cold increases the transit time through capillary beds. This results in cyanosis due to increased unloading of oxygen from the blood to the tissues.

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