describing dermatology things

Question 1

what is classed as a plaque?

Answer 1

-solid, raised, flat topped lesion >1cm in diameter with a distinct border

Question 2

what is classed as a patch?

Answer 2

• a flat lesion >1cm in dimeter

e. g. eczema

Question 3

what is classed as a papule?

Answer 3

-a solid, raised lesion that has distinct borders and is <1cm in diameter

Question 4

what is classed as a macule?

Answer 4

• smaller version of a patch

- flat lesion <1cm in diameter

Question 5

what is classed as a nodule?

Answer 5

-a raised lesion >1 cm in diameter and may originate in the epidermis, dermis or subcutis and extends deeper than a papule