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What is a consequence of continued exposure to strong sunlight on the skin?
What is a consequence of continued exposure to strong sunlight on the skin?
- Enhanced dermal connective tissue
- Increased melanocyte production
- Improved function of sebaceous and sweat glands
- Thinning of the epidermis and loss of epidermal ridges (correct)
What is the role of Langerhans cells (LC) in the skin immune system?
What is the role of Langerhans cells (LC) in the skin immune system?
- Antigen presentation (correct)
- Collagen synthesis
- Sebum secretion
- Melanin production
What are the acute effects of UVC and UVB exposure on the eyes?
What are the acute effects of UVC and UVB exposure on the eyes?
- Enhanced color perception
- Conjunctivitis and photokeratitis (correct)
- Reduced tear production
- Improved vision
How does UVR therapy contribute to improving acne?
How does UVR therapy contribute to improving acne?
What is a consequence of UVR exposure on the immune system?
What is a consequence of UVR exposure on the immune system?