Papule

A papule is a small, solid and usually conical elevation of the skin. Papules do not contain pus, which distinguishes them from pustules. Papules often occur in clusters and can accompany rashes.

A condition that causes a papule is called a “Papulosis”. Examples of papuloses include:

• Lymphomatoid papulosis
• Bowenoid papulosis
• Clear cell papulosis

Papules can be caused by:

• Inflammation (which in turn is often caused by infection or abrasion of the skin)
• Accumulated secretion of skin tissue (hyperplasia) or glandular fluids.
• Presence of an infection such as disseminated histoplasmosis.
• Hypertrophy of skin cells
• Acne
• Drugs like Azficel-T

• Nodule (medicine)
• Pearly penile papules

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