Why Do Secondary Infections Frequently Develop in Pruritic Lesions

question 25

Multiple Choice

Why do secondary infections frequently develop in pruritic lesions?

• A) Loss of protective sebum
• B) Entry of resident flora while scratching the lesion
• C) Blockage of sebaceous glands
• D) Increased sweat production

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Definitions:

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Engorgement

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