A lesion is any patch or spot on your skin that is different from the surrounding skin. This includes acne, sunburn, moles, freckles, skin cancer, cherry angioma, and more. Skin lesions are classified as either primary or secondary. Primary lesions are the original form of the lesion that may arise out of an underlying condition. Secondary lesions evolve from primary lesions as the underlying condition progresses or as a result of a patient’s action like scratching or picking at the lesion.
Treatment of a lesion depends on the type of lesion and underlying cause. For example, acne is most frequently treated with topical cleansers and medication, while skin cancer may require radiation or surgery. Another example would be when a primary lesion requires medication to treat the underlying cause, while a secondary lesion brought about by itching may require topical cream to heal.
A board-certified dermatologist will have the knowledge and experience to diagnose skin lesions and recommend cyst treatment in Waterloo.