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Recent Examples of papule
In individuals with a lighter skin tone, papules can appear red, but those with a darker skin tone may exhibit them in shades of brown, purple, or gray.5
Your healthcare provider may recommend a similar treatment, such as a topical steroid cream, for papules.6
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Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 9 May 2025
May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5
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—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 1 May 2025
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
Emmanuella Ogbonna, Health, 9 May 2025
May Be Useful in Acne Treatment People with acne often have lowered serum zinc levels, and both oral and topical zinc have been found to reduce the prevalence of inflammatory papules, both when used as monotherapy and as a supplemental therapy.5
4.
—Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 1 May 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for papule
Noun
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Some key features include: high arches, supportive heel cups for improved balance, gel insoles that contour to each unique foot shape, and cushiony posts that don’t create blisters between the toes.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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One reviewer with the latter confirmed that even after miles of walking, the shoes don’t rub or cause any blisters.—
Shalwah Evans,
People.com,
6 July 2025
Noun
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Folliculitis refers to the bacterial or fungal infection of the hair follicle that can lead to redness or pustules centered around the hair follicle.—
Audrey Noble,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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Later in the growing season, rust pustules on the underside of the leaf can be orange and black.—
Rita Perwich,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2025
Noun
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The medications may bring previously unseen pimples to the surface of your skin.—
Laura Schober,
Health,
9 June 2025
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The star ingredient, lady’s mantle, is packed with antioxidants to help calm inflammation (a major plus for breakouts and pimples), while ceramides work to repair the skin barrier and lock in moisture.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Gradually stir in milk or cream until simmering mixture boils and thickens.—
Philip Potempa,
Chicago Tribune,
4 July 2025
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Guests will get a seafood boil with lobster, shrimp, sausage, and more, along with family-style sides and special desserts.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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