Which of the following surface lesions is a small, round, swollen area, typically an allergic reaction?

A) vesicle
B) wheal
C) pustule
D) papule


B) wheal
A wheal is a small, round, swollen area, typically an allergic reaction. A vesicle is
a raised, fluid-filled sac on the skin. A pustule is a raised spot on the skin containing pus. A
papule is a small, circular, raised spot on the skin.

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