papules

(noun)

A small, inflammatory, irritated spot on skin; similar in appearance to a pimple, without containing pus.

Related Terms

  • swimmer's itch
  • cercaria

Examples of papules in the following topics:

  • Swimmer's Itch

    • The schistosomatidae results in an immune reaction in the skin that results in itchy, raised papules that occur within hours of infection.
  • Syphilis

    • In the classic form, it evolves from a macule to a papule and finally to an erosion or ulcer.
    • Copper-red papules are most common, but macular, pustular, acneiform, psoriasiform, nodular, annular, or follicular variants can appear.
  • Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis

    • Discrete erythematous papules overlying the metacarpal and interphalangeal joints in a patient with juvenile dermatomyositis.
  • Genital Herpes

    • When symptomatic, the typical manifestation of a primary HSV-1 or HSV-2 genital infection is clusters of genital sores consisting of inflamed papules and vesicles on the outer surface of the genitals, resembling cold sores.
  • Syphilis

    • In the classic form, it evolves from a macule to a papule and finally to an erosion or ulcer.
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