Sign or Symptom
papulopustular rash
Definitions related to papulopustular rash:
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Skin eruption consisting of papules and pustules, most often appearing in the face, scalp, and upper trunk. It is usually caused by corticosteroids or epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors.NCI ThesaurusU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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A disorder characterized by an eruption consisting of papules (a small, raised pimple) and pustules (a small pus filled blister), typically appearing in face, scalp, and upper chest and back. Unlike acne, this rash does not present with whiteheads or blackheads, and can be symptomatic, with itchy or tender lesions.Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse EventsU.S. National Institutes of Health, 2021
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