Which option correctly identifies erythematous squamous dermatosis?

Which option correctly identifies erythematous squamous dermatosis?

• A. Acne
• B. Erythematous squamous dermatosis
• C. Arthropathy
• D. Hydrocele

Answer: (B)

Redness with flaking skin points to an erythematous squamous dermatosis—this term describes skin diseases that present with red, scaly patches. The option that literally names this descriptor matches the finding, making it the best identification. Acne centers on clogged follicles and pimples rather than red, scaly patches; arthropathy is a joint condition; hydrocele involves fluid around the testicle. So the term that directly names the described skin finding is the correct identification.

Redness with flaking skin points to an erythematous squamous dermatosis—this term describes skin diseases that present with red, scaly patches. The option that literally names this descriptor matches the finding, making it the best identification. Acne centers on clogged follicles and pimples rather than red, scaly patches; arthropathy is a joint condition; hydrocele involves fluid around the testicle. So the term that directly names the described skin finding is the correct identification.