Question 1

my baby has oozing, crusting skin lesions. should i cover them or leave them open?

Accepted Answer

Exam Required: Oozing, crusting skin lesions are likely a sign of a bacterial infection, most commonly caused by staph or strep bacteria. Your child should be examined, and then the proper treatment can be prescribed. These type of lesions will typically heal faster if left open, however they are contagious, and your baby will likely not be able to resist scratching/touching an uncovered sore.

Question 2

can precancerous skin lesions be scratched off?

Accepted Answer

Skin lesions: Any questionable skin lesions should be seen in person by a specialist. If a lesion has been diagnosed as 
pre-cancerous I would not recommend scraping it off.  Having an initial biopsy performed is essential.  A likely follow-up of the complete lesion with clean margins would then need to be performed. It's important to always protect your skin and avoiding prolonged direct sun exposure. Be safe!

Question 3

what could cause purple-brown skin lesions?

Accepted Answer

Have it evaluated.: There are many things that may cause a discoloration of the skin. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections and cancer can cause a discoloration of the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash or a discoloration of the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 4

can precancerous skin lesions be asymptomatic?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Precancerous skin lesions are generally symptomatic. There may be a may a rough patch of skin for precancerous squamous cell carcinoma and a dysplastic nevus in the case of a melanoma,

Question 5

what is the recommended method to assess skin lesions for skin cancer if they have been there for years and changed?

Accepted Answer

Visit your doctor : Most often a dermatologist, but many family doctors are well versed in skin lesions. Any change should be checked out, and if appropriate a biopsy should be done.

Question 6

this week i have developed skin lesions with blisters that are scary i dont know the source. they are painless but itchy?

Accepted Answer

Need exam: There are many possible causes. Perhaps a doctor can help you.

Question 7

i am getting too many pre-cancer skin lesions on my body living in florida. i am healthy and wear spf 30 as a sunscreen. should i move out-of-state?

Accepted Answer

Sun damage: It is not FL it is the sun.

1. Wear long sleeve shirts
2. Stay out of sun.
3. All states can get too much sun for some.

If you have been a sun worshiper most of your life they will keep coming now even if out of sun.

Question 8

i have skin lesions, which are 
small
grouped, 
inside toes.
filled with some fluid
itchy feeling

when it heals, skin flakes are left behind. herpes?

Accepted Answer

Foot fungus: Try topical tolnaftate. If you're not better in two weeks, get seen.

Question 9

i have lots of skin lesions that appeared a week after first getting 3 different ones that then grew in size. they are getting quite itchy and are all over the front and back of the trunk of my body and some at the back of my head and neck ?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 10

must precancerous skin lesions always be asymmetrical?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: precancerous skin lesions (actinic keratoses) come in all shapes and sizes

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What could cause purple-brown skin lesions?

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Can precancerous skin lesions be asymptomatic?

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What is the recommended method to assess skin lesions for skin cancer if they have been there for years and changed?

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This week i have developed skin lesions with blisters that are scary i dont know the source. they are painless but itchy?

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I am getting too many pre-cancer skin lesions on my body living in florida. i am healthy and wear spf 30 as a sunscreen. should i move out-of-state?

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I have skin lesions, which are small grouped, inside toes. filled with some fluid itchy feeling when it heals, skin flakes are left behind. herpes?

A member asked:

I have lots of skin lesions that appeared a week after first getting 3 different ones that then grew in size. they are getting quite itchy and are all over the front and back of the trunk of my body and some at the back of my head and neck ?

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Must precancerous skin lesions always be asymmetrical?

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