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What is the configuration characterized by lesions that merge together?

Solitary or discrete

Target (iris)

Polycyclic

The configuration characterized by lesions that merge together is identified as polycyclic. Polycyclic lesions are formed when individual lesions coalesce, creating larger patches with irregular or circular shapes. This merging is a key factor that differentiates polycyclic configurations from others, such as solitary lesions, which remain distinct and separated.

In contrast, solitary or discrete lesions exist independently, without merging into one another. Target or iris lesions are characterized by concentric circles of color changes and are often seen in specific dermatological conditions like erythema multiforme. Zosteriform refers to lesions that follow a dermatomal pattern, resembling the distribution of the herpes zoster virus, but it does not indicate a merging of lesions. Understanding these configurations is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment in acute care settings.

Zosteriform

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