5 Questions
Which hormone is responsible for the pigmentation of the skin mainly in the breast and vulva during pregnancy?
Melanin stimulating hormone
What is the medical term for the scars known as striae gravidarum that appear at 16 weeks during pregnancy?
Striae distensae
Which area of the body does chloasma, also known as the mask of pregnancy, mainly affect?
Cheeks
What is the term used for the white line between the rectus muscles that becomes markedly pigmented during pregnancy?
Linea nigra
At what time during pregnancy do silver striae typically appear based on the text?
16 weeks
Test your knowledge on dermatological changes during pregnancy, including striae, pigmentation, and other skin conditions. Identify key features such as striae gravidarum, linea alba, and chloasma.
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