Primary Lesions Flashcards
1
Q
Primary lesion is?
A
The initial superficial lesion
2
Q
Macule
A
Flat discolouration, sharp edges
3
Q
Papule
A
Solid elevation, without fluid or puss
4
Q
Nodule and tumour
A
Solid elevated mass
Tumours reaches the dermis
5
Q
Vesicle
A
SMALL fluid filled elevation eg blister
6
Q
Bulla
A
LARGE fluid filled elevation eg large blister
7
Q
Pustule
A
Elevation, filled with PUS
8
Q
Wheal
A
Localised area of edema, allergic reaction eg hives, urticaria
9
Q
Plaque
A
Large, Flat, Elevation, HARD eg psoriasis
