Seborrhoea: meaning, definitions and examples

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seborrhoea

 

[ หŒsษ›bษ™หˆroสŠษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Seborrhoea, also known as seborrheic dermatitis, is a common skin condition characterized by excessive production of sebum, leading to oily, flaky, or scaly patches on the skin. It typically affects areas of the body with a high concentration of sebaceous glands, such as the scalp, face, and upper back. While it is not a serious health concern, seborrhoea can be uncomfortable and may lead to secondary infections. Treatments often include medicated shampoos, topical antifungal treatments, and lifestyle changes to manage symptoms.

Synonyms

seborrheic dermatitis, seborrhoeic eczema.

Examples of usage

  • He was diagnosed with seborrhoea on his scalp.
  • The dermatologist recommended a specific shampoo for his seborrhoea.
  • Seborrhoea can cause redness and irritation on the face.
  • She used creams to help control her seborrhoea symptoms.

Translations

Translations of the word "seborrhoea" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น seborreia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅ‡เคฌเฅ‹เคฐเฅ‹เคนเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Seborrhรถ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sebore

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะตะฑะพั€ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ seborrea

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่„‚ๆผ็—‡

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sรฉborrhรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ seborrea

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sebore

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง€๋ฃจ์„ฑ ํ”ผ๋ถ€์—ผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‚ุดุฑุฉ ุฏู‡ู†ูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seborea

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ seborea

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„‚ๆบขๆ€ง็šฎ็‚Ž

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ seboreja

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ seborrhea

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะตะฑะพั€ั€ะตั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒ”แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒ”แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ seboreya

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ seborrea

Etymology

The word 'seborrhoea' is derived from the Latin roots 'sebum,' meaning 'fat' or 'grease', and 'rhea', meaning 'flow' or 'discharge'. The term became prominent in medical vernacular in the late 19th century as dermatologists began to classify skin conditions more systematically. Seborrhoea commonly appears in both infants and adults, with the infant form known as 'cradle cap.' The exact causes of seborrhoea are not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and hormonal factors. Further advancements in skin treatment have helped improve management strategies for those suffering from this condition.