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Papule
Definition
Papules are solid, elevated lesions < 1 cm in diameter.
When the lesion is > 1.0 cm. in diameter, it is called a plaque.
Notes
If the lesion is flat (instead of raised (elevated)), it is a macule.
Papules or plaques (raised elevations) that are
transient
are called
wheals
.
Images from:
Papule:
Wart
Plaque:
Psoriatic lesion
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