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Skin Lesions

Alternate Names : Lesions on the Skin

Skin Lesions | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring | Attribution


What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

When a person complains of a lesion on the skin, the healthcare provider will want to know:

  • how long the lesion has been present
  • where the lesion is located
  • whether there is one or more than one lesion
  • the description of the lesion
  • how the lesion started and whether it has changed over time
  • whether the lesion itches
  • whether the person has experienced fever or chills
  • whether anyone the person knows has had similar skin changes
  • whether the person has any allergies
  • what medical conditions the person may have
  • what medications a person may be taking
  • whether the person has had similar or other skin lesions in the past
  • whether the person has had any injury to the area or a recent insect or tick bite
  • The provider may ask about other symptoms, as well. This may include questions about arthritis, weight loss, or the person's sexual history.


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    Author: Adam Brochert, MD
    Reviewer: Melissa Sanders, PharmD
    Date Reviewed: 07/24/01









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