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Bullae
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Overview
Definition
Bullae are blisters larger than 1 centimeter wide. Bullae that are filled with clear fluid may occur on the skin.
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Review Date: 2008-10-28
Reviewed By: Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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