Question

match the skin diseases to their correct descriptions: 1. caused by a fungal infection that usually involves the skin of the toes and soles. 2. caused by a bacterial infection that results in pustules that crust over. 3. caused by a yeast organism, which develops in moist areas. 4. caused by sensitivity to various chemicals to certain fabrics or even to heat or dryness. 5. caused by an accelerated rate of keratinization in certain areas of the scalp. 6. caused by an allergic reaction. impetigo eczema candidiasis dandruff athletes foot 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Explanation:

Impetigo is a bacterial - caused skin condition with pustules that crust over. Eczema is due to sensitivity to chemicals, fabrics, heat or dryness. Candidiasis is caused by a yeast organism and develops in moist areas. Dandruff is caused by an accelerated rate of keratinization in certain areas of the scalp. Athlete's foot is a fungal infection usually involving the skin of the toes and soles.

Answer:

1. Athlete's Foot
2. Impetigo
3. Candidiasis
4. Eczema
5. Dandruff
6. Eczema (Eczema can also be caused by allergic reactions)