Question

which of the following terms specifically means abnormal condition of the skin?
a dermatome
b dermatosis
c dermatoplasty
d dermatitis

Explanation:

The suffix -osis generally means an abnormal condition. Dermatosis combines "dermato -" (related to skin) and -osis, indicating an abnormal skin condition. A dermatome is an area of skin supplied by a single spinal nerve. Dermatoplasty is a surgical procedure on the skin. Dermatitis is inflammation of the skin.

Answer:

B. dermatosis