Synonyms: Rosacea acne, Adult acne, Rhinophyma Defintion: A chronic and recurrent inflammatory disorder of the pilosebaceous units and vasculature of the face characterized by erythema and telangiectases and punctuated by acute episodes of papules, pustules and swelling. Rosacea is a disorder of sebaceous gland. Learn the anatomy and physiology of sebaceous gland. Classification:…
Tag: Dermatology
Anatomy and Physiology of Sebaceous glands
Definition: Sebaceous glands are numerous microscopic glands in the dermis that usually open into the hair follicles and secrete sebum. They are holocrine glands, i.e., the sebum consists of the entire secreting cells. Location: Found everywhere on the skin apart from the palms and soles Types of Sebaceous glands: 1….