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Recent Examples of papule
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, 6 Jan. 2026
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
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Jan. 2026
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
Typically appears as a cluster of small red bumps or papules and can be itchy.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for papule
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But left-hander Andrew Nardi, who returned to game action on Tuesday after missing all of camp with a blood blister on a finger, also factors into the equation, despite missing all of last season with a back injury.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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Spoiler alert: The monster is definitely real, a lion-bear hybrid covered in disgusting bloody pustules.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 Oct. 2025
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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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Three decades later, that secret arrived on American shores like a tsunami—sheet masks, snail mucin, toner pads, pimple patches lining every retail shelf.—
David Yi,
Allure,
23 Feb. 2026
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Spot treatments for pimples are one of the best ways to target breakouts.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Residents have been under a boil water advisory since the break caused a loss of pressure in the water system.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil.—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Papule.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/papule. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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