A disorder of the sebaceous glands, with changes in the amount and quality of the oils secreted. Although it can occur in any part of the body, seborrhea of the scalp (dandruff) is most common.
Functional disease of the sebaceous glands marked by an increase in the amount, and often an alteration of the quality, of the sebaceous secretion.
The excessive secretion of sebum from sebaceous glands.
An excessive discharge from the sebaceous glands that forms greasy scales or hard, cheesy-like plugs on the body.
Any of several conditions in which there is overactivity of the sebaceous glands and the skin becomes oily.
Excessive excretion of sebum from the sebaceous glands of the skin.
Excessive secretion of sebum by the sebaceous glands. The glands are enlarged, especially beside the nose and other parts of the face. The condition predisposes to acne and is common at puberty, usually lasting for a few years. Seborrhea is sometimes associated by a kind of eczema (seborrheic dermatitis).
A disease of the sebaceous glands marked by an increase in the amount, and often an alteration of the quality, of the fats secreted by the sebaceous glands.
An overproduction of sebum by the sebaceous glands, resulting in oily skin. This is an inherited trait and creates conditions conducive to the development of acne and seborrheic dermatitis.