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Definition of Papula

1. n. A pimple; a small, usually conical, elevation of the cuticle, produced by congestion, accumulated secretion, or hypertrophy of tissue; a papule.

Definition of Papula

1. papule [n -LAE] - See also: papule

Medical Definition of Papula

1. Origin: L. 1. A pimple; a small, usually conical, elevation of the cuticle, produced by congestion, accumulated secretion, or hypertrophy of tissue; a papule. 2. One of the numerous small hollow processes of the integument between the plates of starfishes. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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