Morphology of Primary Skin Lesions - Description Algorithm

Primary Skin Lesion - Initial lesion not altered by trauma, manipulation (rubbing, scratching), complication (infection), or natural regression over time.

 • Flat vs Elevated

 • Macule vs Patch 

 • Solid, Fluid-Filled OR Semi-Solid-Filled, Fluid-Filled

 • No Deep Component vs Deep Component

 • Purulent vs Non-Purulent Fluid

 • Papule vs Plaque

 • Nodule vs Tumor

 • Pustule vs Vesicle vs Bulla



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