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What are the nine common skin lesions?
Cyst, fissure, macule, papule, polyp, pustule, ulcer, vesicle, and wheal.
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 are primary lesions?
Primary skin lesions are variations in color or texture that may be present at birth, such as moles or birthmarks, or that may be acquired during a person's lifetime, such as those associated with Infectious Diseases
Where are pinta primary lesions typically found?
The primary lesion usually appears at the site where the bacteria entered the skin. This is often on the arms, legs, or face.
What is the different between primary and secondary lesions?
primary lesion is a macule, papule, pustlie, vesicle secondary lesion is a ulcer, crust, scar, skin atrophy, excoriation
What is the diagnosis of lichen planus?
A doctor can probably diagnose the condition simply from looking at the characteristic lesions, but a skin biopsy may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
What is leprosy characterized by?
The infection is characterized by abnormal changes of the skin.
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.
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 are secondary skin lesions?
Lesion that involves loss of the upper portion of the skin (epidermis) and part of the lower portion (dermis). Ulcers can result from acute conditions such as bacterial infection or trauma, or from more chronic conditions, such as scleroderma
