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Erosion

Features

Erosions are areas of exposed skin caused by partial or complete loss of the epidermis. Erosions can be traumatic or occur in numerous inflammatory or infectious skin diseases.

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Excoriation

Features

An excoriation is an extensive defect in the skin that can extend into the stratum papillare of the dermis. This opens up individual capillary loops, resulting in punctiform bleeding. An excoriation usually heals without scarring.

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