as in blister
a small, inflamed swelling of the skin the reddish, itchy papules that are characteristic of the rash

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Recent Examples of papule Some research shows that people with acne generally have lower levels of zinc in their blood and that taking supplemental zinc may reduce inflammatory papules. Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024 These often red, inflamed bumps are also called papules. Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 1 Oct. 2024 This form of rosacea is often mistaken for acne and involves bumps that can be papules or pustules.1 A small clinical trial of 50 people showed that a 20 mg dose taken twice a day can mostly or completely clear skin lesions within four weeks. Megan Nunn, Verywell Health, 13 Sep. 2024 Look for small blackheads and red bumps (papules) on your child's skin. Angela Palmer Updated, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2024 More rare side effects include skin infection, abrasions, or papules at the injection site. Loren Savini, Allure, 13 Sep. 2023 Pimples, also called whiteheads, pustules or papules, are small tender bumps found on the areas of the body where the most oil glands are present, such as on one's face, back, shoulders, and neck. Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2023 Stage 2: Papules Next, the macules will begin to rise and turn into papules. Julia Landwehr, Health, 21 June 2023 This type of psoriasis usually presents as pinkish papules on the skin and may be treated with topical medication, oral medication, light therapy, or biologics. Lambeth Hochwald, Health, 24 Mar. 2023
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Noun
  • The major symptom is a painful rash that commonly appears as a band of blisters localized to one area on the body .
    Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Apr. 2025
  • Treatment includes caring for blisters and preventing new ones from forming.
    Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Its venomous sting causes pustules and allergic reactions and is capable of killing a human.
    Jack Guy, CNN, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Victims develop high fevers, deep rashes and oozing pustules.
    William J. Broad, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Additionally, these strips can also act as a pimple patch for your nose, treating whiteheads and blackheads simultaneously.
    Daley Quinn, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
  • Zap Zits with Spot Treatments From pimple patches to high-tech LED gadgets, there are plenty of innovative spot treatments on the market designed to speed up the healing of persistent breakouts.
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Stir in sugar and evaporated milk; bring to a boil.
    Ann Taylor Pittman, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Add the reserved pasta cooking water, increase the heat to medium-high to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat so the sauce is gently simmering.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2025

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“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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