Dermatology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the dermatological term for a blackhead?
A
Open comedone
2
Q
A closed comedome is the dermatological term for what?
A
Whitehead
3
Q
A blister >0.5cm in diameter is named what?
A
Bullae (and if <0.5cm it is named a vesicle)
4
Q
What is the name of well circumcised papules that usually develop secondary to an allergy e.g. in urticaria?
A
Wheals
Often resolve quickly
