papule
anatomy
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A papule is a small, solid, usually conical elevation of the skin. It can be a small, inflamed swelling of the skin. Papules are a characteristic of certain rashes.123
Keratosis pilaris is a benign skin condition where abnormal keratinization is limited to hair follicles, manifesting as discrete, tiny follicular papules. These are solid, usually conical elevations. Senile keratosis can also present as slightly elevated flat papules, often associated with aging and sun exposure.45
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