Utah Esthetician State Board Practice Exam

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What is Rhinophyma?

Acne-type skin reaction
Enlarged nose; Subtype 3 Rosacea
Darkened patches of skin
Excessive oiliness in skin

The correct answer is: Enlarged nose; Subtype 3 Rosacea

Rhinophyma refers specifically to an enlargement of the nose and is recognized as a subtype of rosacea, specifically subtype 3. This condition arises due to chronic inflammation and vascular changes that occur as part of rosacea, leading to thickened skin and a bulbous appearance of the nose. Understanding this condition is vital for estheticians, as it can impact skin treatment choices and the overall approach to clients suffering from rosacea. The other options describe different skin conditions: an acne-type skin reaction pertains to acne vulgaris, which is a completely different issue than rhinophyma; darkened patches of skin typically relate to hyperpigmentation problems such as melasma; and excessive oiliness of the skin is commonly associated with oily skin types or conditions like seborrhea. None of these options accurately capture the unique characteristics and implications of rhinophyma.