Tag: gland
Meibomian gland: definition
Located in the thickness of the tarsus of the eyelids, the meibomian glands are sebaceous glands which secrete the lipid surface layer of the tear film, called meibum. © Fukume…
Cowper’s gland: diagram, what is it for?
It is in the Cowper’s glands that the pre-ejaculatory liquid or pre-seminal liquid is produced. This has the primary function of lubricating the penis before the sexual act. Definition: what…
How is thyroid gland inflammation diagnosed? What should be paid attention to?
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped, bipartite endocrine gland in the anterior part of the neck. It is located in front of the trachea and secretes thyroid hormone depending on…
Don’t neglect it by saying ‘it’s an oil gland’! If there is painless swelling around the ear…
In addition to all organs, many different types of tumors, either benign or malignant, can develop in the salivary gland, which has such an important function. Acıbadem Dr. Şinasi Can…