A salivary gland infection is also called sialadenitis and is caused by bacteria or viruses. A salivary stone or other blockage of the salivary gland duct can contribute to an acute infection. Chronic ...

The pancreas is made up of 2 types of glands: Exocrine. The exocrine gland secretes digestive enzymes. These enzymes are secreted into a network of ducts that join the main pancreatic duct. This runs ...

Indeed, the major role of the sebaceous gland appears to be supplying P. acnes needed nutrients. Moreover, the microbiologic principle of biofilms appears to be applicable to P. acnes in acne.

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Salivary gland inflammation is caused by salivary duct obstruction due to lithiasis or salivary duct stricture. 1 Acute suppurative sialadenitis is commonly infectious and is characterized by a ...

Cystic acne: This type is similar to nodular acne, but cystic acne bumps are softer than the hard lumps that nodular acne causes. Cystic acne bumps also have fluid in them, while nodular acne bumps ...

While you may regularly perform checks to notice signs of skin cancer through the moles in your body, doctors say there are many other symptoms you need to look for. Waxy bumps, scaly patches on the ...

This might sound counterintuitive, but regular scalp massage can actually help reduce oil production over time by improving circulation and helping your sebaceous glands function more efficiently.