apocrine gland

Introduction

Glands that develop in association with hair follicles within the axillary & anogenital regions. They enlarge & develop secretory capacity at puberty. The secrete a viscous & odorless sweat that supports the growth of bacteria, resulting in "body odor" if not checked.

More general terms

• sweat gland

Additional terms

• hidradenitis suppurativa; cicatrizing perifolliculitis; follicular occlusion syndrome; acne inversa