What term is used for a sole lesion that has not yet formed an ulcer but shows hemorrhage?

• A. Pre-ulcer
• B. Ulcer
• C. Sepsis
• D. Callus

Answer: (A)

Lesions that show hemorrhage without any surface breakdown are described as pre-ulcerations. This stage indicates tissue damage is starting, but the skin or mucosa has not yet eroded to form an ulcer. It’s distinct from an ulcer, which involves loss of surface tissue. A callus is simply thickened skin from chronic friction, not hemorrhage or surface loss. Sepsis refers to a systemic infection, not a localized lesion stage. Recognizing a pre-ulcer allows early intervention to relieve pressure, improve circulation, and address underlying causes before an ulcer develops.