Key Words Flashcards by Jennifer Steen | Brainscape

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Macule

A

non palpable change in area of skin colour or texture

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Papule

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solid elevation of the skin <5mm

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Nodule

A

papule that is >5mm

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Plaque

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Palpable, plateau-like elevation of the skin

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Vesicle

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Small blister <5mm

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Bulla

A

Vesicle >5mm

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Lichenification

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thickening of the skin with increased markings

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Pustules

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blister with pus

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Ulcer

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area of skin loss into dermis

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Erosion

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shallow ulcer (not in dermis

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Excoriation

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superficial abrasion due to scratching

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