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What is Chloasma or Melasma associated with?

  1. Highly contagious viral infections

  2. Increased pigmentation in pregnant women

  3. Redness of the skin from capillary issues

  4. Rare, benign tumor of keratin cells

The correct answer is: Increased pigmentation in pregnant women

Chloasma or melasma is a condition that causes increased pigmentation in certain areas of the skin. It is commonly associated with pregnancy due to hormonal changes. This is why option B is the correct answer. Option A is incorrect because chloasma is not caused by a virus and is not contagious. Option C is incorrect because chloasma does not cause redness of the skin. Option D is incorrect because chloasma is not a tumor and does not involve keratin cells.