How To Identify Different Types Of Skin Lesions, According To A Dermatologist

Skin lesions are defined as patches or areas of the skin that have a different appearance from the rest of the surrounding area. They appear as bumps, strips, or clusters that are often red, blue or much darker in colour. These lesions can have a variety of reasons behind them and depending on the type of lesion, there will be different ways of dealing with each. While most skin lesions do not pose serious danger, some can lead to a more advanced form of skin issue. This is why it is important to identify them early in order to treat them properly. We spoke to our in-house skin expert Dr. Sravya Tirpineni who has helped us detail some of the most common types of skin lesions below; what they look like, what are their major causes and the best way to deal with them. Read on to find out...