👉 In healthcare, a verrucous lesion is a condition where there are abnormal growths or tumors on the skin. These lesions can be benign (like a wart) or malignant (such as melanoma). The most common type of verrucous lesion is called verrucous stomatitis. It's often caused by the overgrowth of hair follicles, which can lead to infection and inflammation. If left untreated, it can spread to other parts of the body. Verrucous lesions are