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Pore (Medicine)
Pore (/pɔːr/) is a term used in medicine to refer to a tiny opening in the skin.
Etymology
The term "pore" originates from the Latin word "porus" meaning passage or channel.
Definition
In the context of medicine, a pore is a small opening on the surface of the skin that allows substances such as sweat, oil, and other bodily fluids to pass through. Pores are an essential part of the skin's structure and play a crucial role in maintaining skin health.
Related Terms
- Sebaceous gland: These are small oil-producing glands present in the skin of mammals. They are usually attached to hair follicles and release a fatty substance, sebum, into the follicular duct and thence to the surface of the skin.
- Sweat gland: A small tubular structure of the skin that produces sweat, a liquid comprising water, salt, and waste products.
- Epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin, which provides a waterproof barrier and creates our skin tone.
- Dermis: The layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains tough connective tissue, hair follicles, and sweat glands.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pore
- Wikipedia's article - Pore
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