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seborrhea

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seb·or·rhe·a also seb·or·rhoe·a  (sb-r)
n.
A disease of the sebaceous glands characterized by excessive secretion of sebum or an alteration in its quality, resulting in an oily coating, crusts, or scales on the skin.

sebor·rheic adj.
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Noun1.seborrhea - a condition in which overactivity of the sebaceous glands causes the skin to become oily
disease of the skin, skin disease, skin disorder - a disease affecting the skin


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The treatment is ideal for fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring, sun damage, rejuvenation of skin health, stretch marks and minor scar revision, blending of cosmetic surgery or laser treatment, milia, seborrhea, age spots and uneven pigmentation, hyper pigmentation, oily skin, and extraction of blackheads and whiteheads.
It regulates seborrhea and improves skin grain by its astringent effect.
A number of dermatologic skin lesions such as lichen planus, psoriasis, eczema, lichen sclerosis et atrophicus, and seborrhea are associated with PA.
 
 
 
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