Chapter 10: Skin Pathology Flashcards
1
Q
What is a macule?
A
a flat lesion on the skin that is 5 mm in diameter or smaller
2
Q
What is a patch?
A
a flat lesion larger than 5 mm in diameter
3
Q
What is a papule?
A
a raised lesion that is 5 mm in diameter or smaller
4
Q
What is a nodule?
A
a raised lesion that is over 5 mm in diameter
5
Q
What is a vesicle?
A
a blister that is 5 mm in diameter or smaller
6
Q
What is a bulla (bullae)?
A
a blister larger than 5 mm in diameter
