The term that literally means knuckle/swellings is "condylomata acuminata."
1. Warts: Warts are skin growths caused by a viral infection in the top layer of the skin. They can appear on various parts of the body and are typically harmless.
2. Chancroid: Chancroid is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Haemophilus ducreyi. It leads to painful open sores in the genital area.
3. Lichen planus: Lichen planus is a chronic skin condition that causes itchy, flat-topped bumps to develop on the skin.
4. Molluscum contagiosum: Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that results in small, raised, pink lesions on the skin.
In the context of the question, the term "condylomata acuminata" specifically refers to genital warts, which are caused by certain strains of the human papillomavirus (HPV). These warts can appear in the genital area and are considered a sexually transmitted infection.
