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The Dermatological Examination (2 of 3)

Lesion recognition is a vital key to understanding the pathogenesis of cutaneous disease.

 
Comedones and epidermal collarettes in a case of superficial pyoderma following unwise use of glucocorticoids in an atopic dog
Comedones and epidermal collarettes in a case of superficial pyoderma following unwise use of glucocorticoids in an atopic dog
 
  • Recognise the nature of any lesions you find and ensure that you can name them

  • Note the density, size and distribution of lesions

  • The Skin Lesions section which follows gives details. You need to know these definitions in detail. You can study them now or when you have completed this section on the physical examination


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