Welcome to our comprehensive guide on pustules – those pesky little bumps that can pop up uninvited on our skin. Whether you’re familiar with these inflamed bumps or just curious to learn more, we’ve got you covered. A pustule is a bulging patch of skin that's full of a yellowish fluid called pus. Learn more about the symptoms, causes, and treatment of pustules. Learn the differences between papules, pustules, and nodules, three common types of skin lesions. Find out the causes, treatments, and pictures of each type and how to diagnose them. What is a pustule Pustule is smaller than 5–10 mm inflamed, pus-filled, blister-like sores (lesions) on the skin surface. Pus can indicate bacterial, fungal or viral infection Some pustules are sterile and are due to inflammatory skin disease Pustules are common in acne and folliculitis (inflammation of the hair follicle). They may occur anywhere on the body, but are most commonly seen in these areas: Back Face Over the breastbone Shoulders Sweaty areas, such as the groin or armpit ...
