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What types of glands are found in areola that alters pH and discourages bacterial growth?
What types of glands are found in areola that alters pH and discourages bacterial growth?
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The correct option is B Gland of Montgomery
The bumps on the areola are known as ‘Montgomery glands’.Montgomery glands are sebaceous (oil) glands that appear as small bumps around the dark area of the nipple i.e. areola. The primary function of this gland is lubricating and keeping germs away from the breasts. Secretion of these glands keeps the breast milk from becoming contaminated before being ingested by the baby.
Eccrine glands are the major sweat glands of the human body. Eccrine glands function in thermoregulation and are widely distributed over the entire surface of the skin.
Von Ebner’s glands are also known as serous glands. They are minor salivary glands that secrete lipase and amylase and are located on both sides of the oral cavity.
The bumps on the areola are known as ‘Montgomery glands’.Montgomery glands are sebaceous (oil) glands that appear as small bumps around the dark area of the nipple i.e. areola. The primary function of this gland is lubricating and keeping germs away from the breasts. Secretion of these glands keeps the breast milk from becoming contaminated before being ingested by the baby.
Eccrine glands are the major sweat glands of the human body. Eccrine glands function in thermoregulation and are widely distributed over the entire surface of the skin.Von Ebner’s glands are also known as serous glands. They are minor salivary glands that secrete lipase and amylase and are located on both sides of the oral cavity.
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