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Which hormone is responsible for the pigmentation of the skin mainly in the breast and vulva during pregnancy?
Which hormone is responsible for the pigmentation of the skin mainly in the breast and vulva during pregnancy?
- Melanin stimulating hormone (correct)
- Melatonin
- Oxytocin
- Thyroxine
What is the medical term for the scars known as striae gravidarum that appear at 16 weeks during pregnancy?
What is the medical term for the scars known as striae gravidarum that appear at 16 weeks during pregnancy?
- Chloasma
- Cellulitis
- Striae distensae (correct)
- Eczema
Which area of the body does chloasma, also known as the mask of pregnancy, mainly affect?
Which area of the body does chloasma, also known as the mask of pregnancy, mainly affect?
- Thighs
- Lower abdomen
- Breast
- Cheeks (correct)
What is the term used for the white line between the rectus muscles that becomes markedly pigmented during pregnancy?
What is the term used for the white line between the rectus muscles that becomes markedly pigmented during pregnancy?
At what time during pregnancy do silver striae typically appear based on the text?
At what time during pregnancy do silver striae typically appear based on the text?