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| + | Fordyce spots were first described by an American dermatologist, Dr. [https://litfl.com/john-addison-fordyce/ John Addison Forsythe], in 1896. | ||
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<b>Dr. James O'Donovan discusses Fordyce spots.</b> | <b>Dr. James O'Donovan discusses Fordyce spots.</b> | ||
Revision as of 20:16, 14 March 2024
Fordyce spots are "[e]nlarged ectopic sebaceous glands in the mucosa of the mouth and genitals. They appear as small yellow spots. They are asymptomatic and are present in most people."[1]
Fordyce spots were first described by an American dermatologist, Dr. John Addison Forsythe, in 1896.
Video
Dr. James O'Donovan discusses Fordyce spots.
External links
Wikipedia article: Fordyce spots
References
- ↑ (2012).
Fordyce spots
, The Free Dictonary by Farlex. Retrieved 14 March 2024.