Skin Lesion Descriptors Flashcards
1
Q
Annular
A
circular–spreads in circle
2
Q
confluent
A
lesions that run together
3
Q
Discrete
A
distinct/separate lesions
4
Q
Grouped
A
clusters of lesions
5
Q
Gyrate lesions
A
twisted/snake-like
6
Q
Target/iris
A
singular center w/ concentric rings (like an eye)
7
Q
Linear lesion
A
scratch/streak/stripe
8
Q
Polycylic
A
Annular lesions that grow together
9
Q
Zostiform
A
Linear arrangement following nerve route
ex: shingles
10
Q
Macule, patch
A
-macule:
-patch:
11
Q
Papule and plaque
A
thickening of epidermis
12
Q
Nodule/tumor
A
hard bump in tissue (above epidermis/under epidermis)
13
Q
Wheal - uticaria - hives
A
raised, rashy (allergic reaction)
14
Q
Vesicle/bulla
A
fluid-filled sacs/sac
15
Q
Cyst
A
squishier, pliable bulb in dermis (need to be drained)
