abscess - a localized collection of pus formed by necrosis of tissue
atrophy - loss of Epidermis, Dermis or both. Atrophic skin is thin, translucent and wrinkled with easily visible blood vessels
cellulitis - a purulent inflammation of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
crust - dried exudate (normally sebum, blood or pus) on the skin surface
ecchymosis - a macular red or purple haemorrhage, more than 2mm in diameter, in the skin or mucous membrane
erythema- redness of the skin due to vascular dilation
excoriation - a superficial abrasion, often linear, which is due to scratching
fissure - a linear split in the Epidermis, often just extending into the Dermis
folliculitis - an inflammation of the hair follicles
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keloid - an elevated and progressive scar not showing regression
lichenification - chronic thickening of skin with increased skin markings, result of rubbing/scratching
petechia - a haemorrhagic punctate spot measuring 1-2 mm in diameter
purpura - extravasation of blood resulting in red discolouration of the skin or mucous membranes
telangiectasia - dilated dermal blood vessels giving rise to a visible lesion