Pink disease (or) Acrodynia is seen with

A. Arsenic
B. Mercury
C. Copper
D. Lead.

Answer: B. Mercury.


Explanation:

• It is thought to be an idiosyncratic hypersensitivity reaction particularly seen in children characterized by a generalized body rash.
• caused by Chronic Mercury exposure in any form usually in children.
• Onset is insidious with anorexia, insomnia, sweating, skin rash and photophobia.
• Hands and feet become puffy, pinkish, painful, paraesthetic with peeling of skin.