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Recent Examples of papule
In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.
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Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 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
Sherri Gordon, Health, 15 Sep. 2025
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for papule
Noun
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The thick, cushioned sole keeps my feet cozy and blister-free, while the breathable fabric wicks moisture to prevent overheating on sunny hikes.—
Ariana Dickson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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Most patients have mild symptoms for seven to 10 days, which can include fever, sore throat, painful mouth sores that blister and a rash on the hands and feet, the CDC said.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In fact, one of the most common triggers of rosacea, which is characterized by flushing, swelling, spider veins, papules, and pustules, is exposure to sunlight.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
15 Sep. 2025
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Research suggests that pimple patches aren't effective on cystic acne, pustules, or blackheads.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Skin discoloration happens to the best of us, even those who religiously apply and reapply sunscreen every day or refuse to pick at pimples for fear of scarring.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
29 Oct. 2025
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Adult acne is characterized by red, angry pimples that typically occur along the lower third of the face around the jawline.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
17 Oct. 2025
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The jambalaya butter sauce is such a great combo with the shrimp boil—honestly, the butter alone is incredible—and the whole dish is much easier to execute in the oven without having to create a big boil pot.—
Amanda Stanfield,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Community officials have issued a precautionary boil water notice after a water main break led to a loss of pressure, posing a risk of contamination to the public water supply.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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