Which skin manifestation caused by substance abuse is related to alcohol abuse?
a. yellow discoloration of the fingertips of one hand
b. telangiectasia (spider veins) on the nose, neck, and upper chest
c. leathery facial appearance
d. bruises between the toes and under the nails
B
Telangiectasia (spider veins) on the nose, neck, and upper chest are skin manifestations caused by alcohol abuse. Yellow discoloration of the fingertips of one hand and leathery facial appearance are related to tobacco use. Skin manifestations related to intravenous drug use include injection tracks or sites, especially prevalent in the forearms, behind the knees, between the toes and fingers, and under the nails.
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