Primary Lesions
A closed abnormally developed sac that contains pus, semifluid or morbid matter above or below the skin.
What is a Cyst or Tubercle
Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while healing
What is crust
Most common and least severe type of skin cancer appears as light, pearly nodules
Basal cell carcinoma
An inflammatory skin disorder of the sebaceous
What is acne
Tiny round or oval pigmented areas of the skin on areas exposed to the sun
What are Ephelids
A flat spot or discoloration on the skin
What is a macule
Skin sore or abrasion produced by scratching or scaping
What is excoriation
More serious than basal cell carcinoma, scaly, red or pink papules or nodules.(open sores or crusty areas)
What is Squamous cell carcinoma
Red, inflamed lesions
What are papules
Over production of pigment
What is hyperpigmentation
A thin,dry, or oily plate of epidermal flakes
What is a scale
Crack in the skin that penetrates the dermis
What is a fissure
The two sides of the lesion are not identical
What is asymmetry
Cystic acne; cyst with comedones, papules, pustules and inflammation scar formation from tissue damage is common
What is Grade IV acne
A rare genetic condition characterized by lack of melanin pigment in the body including the skin, hair, and eyes
What is albinism
A large blister containing a watery fluid similar to vesicle
What is a bulla
A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue
What is a keloid
Often changes in appearance
What is evolving
The entire follicle that includes the hair shaft, sebaceous gland and sebaceous duct
What is sebaceous filaments
Hormonal hyperpigmentation disorder that first appears during pregnancy or with the use of birth control pills
What is melasma
An itchy swollen lesion that can be caused by a blow, scratch, bite of an insect
What is a wheal
Open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body
What is an ulcer
Pink or flesh colored, feels sharp or rough and is a result of sun damage
What is Actinic keratosis
Benign lesions frequently seen in oiler areas of the face. Often white, yellow, flesh colored and doughnut shaped
What are sebaceous hyperplasia
Condition caused by actinic bronzing to the sides of the face and the neck. Skin turns reddish-brown hue
What is poikiloderma of civatte