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 These patches are called papules and are caused by inflammation in the skin. Lambeth Hochwald, Health, 24 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for papule
Noun
  • To reduce the chances of hypothermia, fans and players should recognize swelling, redness, tingling, blisters and numbness.
    Elias Burke, The Athletic, 18 Feb. 2025
  • The right pair of socks will keep your feet comfortable and dry for a full day of hiking while helping to prevent blisters and hotspots.
    Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Victims develop high fevers, deep rashes and oozing pustules.
    William J. Broad, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
  • Plants with orange rust, identified by orange pustules on the leaves, must be burned or disposed of in the trash.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Best Amazon Presidents Day Sales on Fashion and Beauty Some of our teens’ favorite trendy styles are marked down right now, like these cozy Ugg boots, a belt bag, and pimple patches, and start at just $9.
    Katrina Cossey, Parents, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Clear plastic bins overflowed with deodorant, hair products and pastel pimple patches.
    Callie Holtermann, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Add flour, beans and then stock and bring to a boil.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025
  • This is all coming to a boil as the world’s film industry heads to the German capital for the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.
    Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025

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“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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