Skin problems

Question 1

Evident on the skin as a thick, darker pigmented, irregular areas

Answer 1

Keloid scars

Question 2

Physical inspection almost always reveals a “pimple-like” raised area on the slin corresponding to the mammographic density

Answer 2

Sebaceous cyst

Question 3

Oil/ sebum buildup leading to obstruction/ infection

Answer 3

Sebaceous cyst

Question 4

Retention of fluid within the skin and interstitial spaces, causing skin thickening

Answer 4

Edema

Question 5

Occasionally, the skin takes on the appearance of an orange peel

Answer 5

Edema

Question 6

Mammographic appearance of edema

Answer 6

Thickened skin border, presence of interstitial markings (?)

Question 7

May be local or extensive, including just a segment of the breast or the entire breast

Answer 7

Redness/ Erythema

Question 8

Chest wall deformity discussed in class

Answer 8

Poland’s syndrome

Question 9

Unilateral chest wall hypoplasia (subclavian artery) with ipsilateral upper limb deformity

Answer 9

Poland’s Syndrome

Question 10

Skin problems

Answer 10

1. Keloid scars
2. Sebaceous cyst
3. Edema
4. Redness/ Erythema