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pap·ule (papyo̵̅o̅l′)

noun

a small, usually inflammatory, elevation of the skin; pimple

Etymology: L papula < IE base *pap-, to swell > Sans pippalah, berry, pippali, peppercorn

papule Related Forms
papu·lar (-yo̵̅o̅ lər) adjective papu·lose′ (-yo̵̅o̅ lōs′) adjective
papule Usage Examples

Preposition: on

  • face: Sebaceous gland hyperplasia - single or multiple yellowish papules on the face, more common in people who are chronically immunocompromised.

Adjective modifier

  • red: Bacteria start to multiply within the blockage, which leads to inflammatory lesions or red papules.
  • inflammatory: The eruption consists of firm inflammatory papules and nodules at the sites of injury.
  • small: The characteristic small papules are to be looked for.
  • erythematous: Sometimes the skin will form tiny red bumps that don't blister, called " erythematous papules " .
  • sessile: Sessile papules that may be dome-shaped or relatively flat.
  • itchy: Cheyletiella mites ( frequently harbored by dogs and cats ) Intensely itchy papules appear where the mites have fed on skin.

Noun used with modifier

  • firm: It is characterized by firm papules and pustules at the nape of the neck.

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