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    Papule

    A papule is a solid or cystic (may be fluid filled) raised spot on the skin that is less than 0.39 inches (in) or 1 centimeter (cm) wide. It is a type of skin lesion.

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    James WD, Elston DM, Treat JR, Rosenbach MA, Neuhaus IM. Cutaneous signs and diagnosis. In: James WD, Elston DM, Treat JR, Rosenbach MA, Neuhaus IM, eds. Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology. 13th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2020:chap 2.

      • Molluscum contagiosum - close-up

        Molluscum contagiosum - close-up - illustration

        Molluscum is a viral infection which generally goes away by itself (is self-limited). The lesions are typically raised, firm, flesh-colored bumps (papules) with a pearly or smooth shiny appearance.

        Molluscum contagiosum - close-up

        illustration

      • Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest

        Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest - illustration

        Molluscum is a benign infection which is generally self-limited. The lesions are typically raised, firm, flesh-colored bumps (papules) with a pearly or smooth shiny appearance. These are classical appearing Molluscum. The large lesion in the center is one that has been picked and scratched and shows evidence of low-grade inflammation.

        Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest

        illustration

      • Lichen nitidus on the abdomen

        Lichen nitidus on the abdomen - illustration

        Lichen nitidus consists of tiny flesh colored to pink raised lesions (papules). The papules are asymptomatic but persist for long periods of time. They generally occur only on the abdomen, flexor surfaces of the elbows and palms, and on the male genitalia.

        Lichen nitidus on the abdomen

        illustration

        • Molluscum contagiosum - close-up

          Molluscum contagiosum - close-up - illustration

          Molluscum is a viral infection which generally goes away by itself (is self-limited). The lesions are typically raised, firm, flesh-colored bumps (papules) with a pearly or smooth shiny appearance.

          Molluscum contagiosum - close-up

          illustration

        • Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest

          Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest - illustration

          Molluscum is a benign infection which is generally self-limited. The lesions are typically raised, firm, flesh-colored bumps (papules) with a pearly or smooth shiny appearance. These are classical appearing Molluscum. The large lesion in the center is one that has been picked and scratched and shows evidence of low-grade inflammation.

          Molluscum contagiosum - close-up of the chest

          illustration

        • Lichen nitidus on the abdomen

          Lichen nitidus on the abdomen - illustration

          Lichen nitidus consists of tiny flesh colored to pink raised lesions (papules). The papules are asymptomatic but persist for long periods of time. They generally occur only on the abdomen, flexor surfaces of the elbows and palms, and on the male genitalia.

          Lichen nitidus on the abdomen

          illustration

        Review Date: 7/23/2024

        Reviewed By: Linda J. Vorvick, MD, Clinical Professor, Department of Family Medicine, UW Medicine, School of Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA. Also reviewed by David C. Dugdale, MD, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.

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