papule
papule
Definition
pap·ule (pap′yo̵̅o̅l′)
noun
a small, usually inflammatory, elevation of the skin; pimple
Etymology: L papula < IE base *pap-, to swell > Sans pippalah, berry, pippali, peppercorn
pap′u·lar (-yo̵̅o̅ lər) adjective
pap′u·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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