Seborrhea

Exaggerated secretion of the sebaceous glands which gives the skin a shiny, thick appearance, with dilated pores and blackheads. This is often seen on the nose, forehead and torso.

It may be further complicated by acne (especially in teenagers), erythematosquamous lesions called seborrheic eczema and scalp damage. This is one of the factors involved in baldness.

This condition is due either to the readjustment of the hormonal balance that takes place during puberty, or to hereditary constitutional characteristics. In either case, the treatment is difficult and delicate.