Sebaceous gland
A normal gland of the skin which empties an oily secretion into the hair follicle near the surface of the skin.
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A chronic inflammatory disease of the skin characterized by the accumulation of scales of greasy skin. There may be yellow crusted plaques that are itchy. Seborrhea often affects the scalp. Other sites include the face, ears, eyebrows and eyelids, umbilicus, and genitalia, Seborrhea of the scalp is commonly known as dandruff. Treatment is with frequent […]
- Seborrheic dermatitis
A medical name for what is popularly called seborrhea.
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Yellowish, oily, scaly plaques of skin on the scalp, face, and other parts of the body.
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A common skin disorder that is characterized by benign, painless, often wart-like skin lesions that appear to be ‘stuck on.’ The raised spots are usually yellow or brown. Treatment, if warranted, involves surgical or cryo-surgical removal. Also known as seborrheic warts and verruca.
- Sebum
An oily secretion of the sebaceous gland which helps to preserve the flexibility of the hair.