Papules are small solid round bumps. They usually have a diameter of less than 1 centimeter (less than 3/8 inch across). When scratched, they may open up and become crusty and infected. However they do not contain pus. This distinguishes them from pustules or pimples.
The term "papule" is derived from the Latin word "papula" which means a pimple.
Dermatologists and all other physicians call any small solid rounded bumps on the skin a papule. This distinguishes it from a vesicle which contains fluid or pus and a macule which is flat and even with the surrounding skin.
TREATMENT OF PAPULES
Papules can be treated using topical as well as oral acne medicines.
Some of these topical treatment methods include:
Warm water compresses – it should not be hot
Antibiotics – includes Clindamycin (Cleocin T and Clindets), or Erythromycin (Akne-Mycin, A/T/S, Emgel, Erycette, Erygel, Erymax)
Retinoids – includes Adapalene (Differin), or Retinoic Acid (e.g. Retin A)
Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzaclin Gel which contains Clindamycin and Benzoyl Peroxide
Benzamycin which contains Erythromycin and Benzoyl Peroxide
Azelaic Acid (Azelex)
Acne Surgery by a well-trained expert
Oral acne medicines such as:
Antibiotics such as Tetracycline, Minocycline, Doxycycline, or Erythromycin
Are you are new to a particular skin care product? Always buy a small quantity to try out and test it on a small patch of skin first. A particular brand may work wonders for your best friend, but have a different result with your skin. Remember, different people may have different reactions to different products.
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