Medical Terminology / Unit 5 MedTerm 0282 short lesson, about 20 seconds
A Macule
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The idea
A macule is a flat, discoloured spot on the skin, level with the surrounding surface.
In practice
A freckle is a macule.
Where people slip
A macule is flat. If the spot can be felt as raised, the term is a different one.
Your place on the trail
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