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Skin nodules

Definition

Skin nodules are solid or cystic raised bumps in the skin that are wider than 0.39 inches (in) or 1 centimeter (cm), but less than 0.79 in (2 cm). It is a type of skin lesion.

References

James WD, Elston DM, Treat JR, Rosenbach MA, Neuhaus IM. Cutaneous signs and diagnosis. In: James WD, Elston DM, Treat JR, Rosenbach MA, Neuhaus IM, eds. Andrews' Diseases of the Skin: Clinical Dermatology. 13th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2020:chap 2.