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Diseases of sebaceous glands
Name(s):
Oil gland disorders
Background
Sebaceous glands on the skin secrete an oily wax (called sebum). This wax keeps the skin water-tight and supple. Most of the glands are found on the head, face and chest.
Broader
Disorders of the skin
Narrower
Acne
Seborrhea
Sebaceous cyst
Related
Diseases of sweat glands
Value(s)
Disease
Disorder
Type
(G) Very specific problems