Multiple choice general knowledge

The most common skin problem affecting pregnant women is dry skin.

  1. True

  2. False
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B Correct answer
Explanation

While dry skin does occur during pregnancy due to hormonal changes and fluid shifts, the most common skin condition is actually hyperpigmentation, particularly melasma (the 'mask of pregnancy'). Other very common pregnancy-related skin issues include stretch marks (striae gravidarum), acne due to hormonal fluctuations, and various pregnancy-specific dermatoses.

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