Pustulose
Pustulose is a term used in medicine and dermatology to describe a condition characterized by the presence of pustules. A pustule is a small, circumscribed, pus-filled lesion on the skin. These lesions are typically elevated and can vary in size from a few millimeters to over a centimeter. The pus within a pustule is usually a mixture of dead white blood cells, bacteria, and cellular debris.
Pustulose conditions can arise from a variety of causes. Infections are a common culprit, particularly bacterial
Non-infectious causes of pustulose exist as well. Certain inflammatory conditions, such as pustular psoriasis, a severe
The appearance of pustules can range from white or yellow to sometimes reddish due to underlying inflammation.