noun a small, raised, solid pimple or swelling on the skin, typically inflamed but not producing pus
A type of skin lesion that can be a sign of various skin conditions or infections
A small, solid, raised area on a mucous membrane or on the surface of an organ
A small, raised, red bump on the skin, often associated with conditions like acne or eczema
A histological term referring to a small, circumscribed, solid elevation of the skin or mucous membrane
In the medical field, a writer may use the term 'papule' when describing skin conditions or diseases in articles, research papers, or medical textbooks.
A dermatologist may use the term 'papule' to describe a small, raised bump on the skin during a patient examination or when documenting skin conditions in medical records.
A medical researcher may use the term 'papule' when studying skin disorders or conducting experiments related to dermatology in academic papers, presentations, or grant proposals.