What causes macules and papules?

Macules that are bigger than 1 centimeter are considered patches, while papules that are merged together are considered plaques. A maculopapular rash is a marker for many diseases, allergic reactions, and infections. Most of the time, the cause is a viral infection.

What characteristic would vesicular lesions have?

Vesicles are small, clear, fluid-filled blisters < 10 mm in diameter. Vesicles are characteristic of herpes infections, acute allergic contact dermatitis , and some autoimmune blistering disorders (eg, dermatitis herpetiformis ).

What does erythema look like?

What does it look like? Erythema multiforme minor presents as a bulging, rash-like lesion that is red, pink, purple, or brown. It is usually circular, less than 3 centimeters in size, and similar to a bullseye in appearance. The outermost circle has a well-defined border, while the center may be a blister.

What is erythematous macules?

Erythema toxicum neonatorum. This very common and completely benign condition usually arises in the first 2 days of life. It is seen in about half of healthy newborns and occurs less frequently in preterm infants. The lesions are erythematous macules, within which papules and pustules may develop.

What’s the difference between a macule and a papule?

A papule, on the other hand, is a clearly-defined, solid lesion that is raised, measuring less than one centimeter in diameter. The ‘bump’ on this person’s nose would be referred to as a papule: So, a macule is a papule’s cousin in a way. Both are small in size and clearly defined, but a macule is completely flat.

What are squamous masses on the left tonsil?

PAPILLOMA OF LEFT TONSIL Squamous papillomas are commonly seen hanging from a pedicle on the uvula, pillars or tonsils. The papilloma in this picture is a fleshy sessile and granular mass arising from the posterior surface of the anterior pillar. See more pictures of papilloma of the tonsil.

Why do I have white pus on my tonsils?

Tonsillitis is a general term that refers to an infection of the tonsils. This infection usually occurs due to S. pyogenes, but other bacteria or a virus can also cause it. When your tonsils try to fight the infection, they swell and can produce white pus. Other symptoms of tonsillitis include:

What are the yellow spots on your tonsils?

Tonsil stones, or tonsiliths, are calcium deposits that form in small cracks in the tonsils. They occur due to a buildup of food particles, mucus, and bacteria. They may appear as white or sometimes yellow spots on the tonsils.