Which type of lesion could potentially lead to secondary lesions if untreated?

Primary lesions are the initial, structural changes in the skin that signal the onset of a disease or a skin condition. They include lesions such as macules, papules, vesicles, and pustules. If primary lesions are not treated properly, they can progress or lead to secondary lesions, which are the results of the primary lesions changing or becoming aggravated.

For example, a papule can turn into a pustule if it becomes inflamed or infected. The ability for primary lesions to lead to secondary lesions emphasizes the importance of early detection and treatment in maintaining skin health.

The other types of lesions, while they can be serious or impact skin health, don’t specifically denote the initial stage of a skin condition like primary lesions do. Chronic lesions typically refer to longstanding issues, benign lesions are non-cancerous and may not progress, and malignant lesions are cancerous but are classified based on their severity rather than their potential to cause secondary issues.