Condition
Pustules
David Cohen, M.D.Published 3 May 20051 min read
Key points
- Pustules are small, inflamed, pus-filled, blister-like lesions on the skin surface.
- Pustules on the skin surface are relatively common occurrences.
- Pustules are common in Acne and are the yellowish topped, small, pus-filled lesions that adolescents are notorious for picking and squeezing.
- Pustules may occur anywhere on the body, but they are common in the usual acne areas (face, shoulder, back, and over the breastbone), and in areas of increased sweating such as the groin and armpit.
Definition
Pustules are small, inflamed, pus-filled, blister-like lesions on the skin surface.
Considerations
Pustules on the skin surface are relatively common occurrences. Pustules are common in Acne and are the yellowish topped, small, pus-filled lesions that adolescents are notorious for picking and squeezing.
Pustules may occur anywhere on the body, but they are common in the usual acne areas (face, shoulder, back, and over the breastbone), and in areas of increased sweating such as the groin and armpit.
Written and revised by
David Cohen, M.D.
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