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What is the most common cause of skin lesions?
Infection of the skin itself by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites is the most common cause of skin lesions.
Can systemic infections cause skin lesions?
Infections of body's entire system can cause the sudden onset of skin lesions. For example, skin lesions are a hallmark symptom of such diseases as chicken pox, herpes, and small pox.
What kinds of skin infections cause lesions?
Acne, athlete's foot (tinea pedis), warts, and scabies are examples of skin infections that cause lesions.
How are skin lesions removed?
If the cause of the lesions is an allergic reaction, removing the allergen from the patient's environment is the most effective treatment. Topical preparations can also be used to clean and protect irritated skin as well as to remove dead skin
what is the cause of a skin legion?
Skin lesions can occur from minor skin irritations such as freckles, moles, or can be from a number of causes such as aging, injury, or cancer.
What are the nine common skin lesions?
Cyst, fissure, macule, papule, polyp, pustule, ulcer, vesicle, and wheal.
what does actinic keratosis cause?
Actinic Keratosis is a type of precancer that can cause visible lesions on skin. If you have Actinic Keratosis, then you have sustained sun damage and could potentially develop skin cancer.
What are birth marks?
Birthmarks are blemishes on the skin that are formed before birth. They are part of a group of skin lesions called naevi. Their exact cause is not known.
Are skin lesions of chickenpox a sign of infection?
Yes, the skin lesions of chickenpox are the most specific sign of the infection.
Where can one get information about skin lesions?
The best place to get more information about skin lesions would be to schedule an appointment and speak with a qualified doctor. A doctor would have all of the necessary information about skin lesions.
How does arsenic affect the skin when ingested?
it can cause skin cancer and Patchy skin hyperpigmentation, small focal keratoses, and other skin lesions are common effects of heavy chronic exposure.
What role do lasers play in removing skin lesions?
Laser surgery is now applied to a variety of skin lesions, ranging from spider veins to more extensive blood vessel lesions called hemangiomas.
