Massachusetts State Board Esthetics Practice Exam

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What describes a discolored, slightly raised mark on the skin that forms after healing?

ECzema
Excoriation
Scar
Fissure

The correct answer is: Scar

A discolored, slightly raised mark on the skin that forms after healing is best described as a scar. Scars occur as part of the body’s natural healing process when the skin repairs itself after an injury, such as a cut, burn, or surgical procedure. During this healing process, collagen fibers are laid down in a different manner, resulting in a dense area of fibrous tissue that can be discolored or raised compared to the surrounding skin. Scars can vary in appearance depending on factors such as the type of injury, the healing process, and individual skin characteristics. They can be flat, raised (hypertrophic or keloid scars), or even depressed (atrophic scars), with variations in pigmentation. This contrasts with the other options, which refer to different skin conditions or injuries that do not align with the description of a scar after healing.