A fissure is a crack in the skin. Fissures can be caused by extreme dryness. Fungal infections, such as athlete's foot, can also cause fissures. An ulcer is a crater; a vesicle is a small, blister-like lesion, whereas small, flat, reddened lesions are referred to as macula.

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A Fissure Is A

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A fissure is a:

A) shallow crater that formed due to tissue death.
B) rash consisting of small, flat, reddened lesions.
C) crack in the skin often on the soles of the feet.
D) small, blister-like lesion.

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