Definitions for "Pilosebaceous Unit"
Keywords:  sebaceous, follicle, ducts, acne, gland
(PIE low seh BAY shus): The sebaceous follicle, sebaceous glands and sebaceous ducts. The site of acne.
This unit is comprised of several different components, including the hair follicle and a sebaceous gland
Located in all skin areas except the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, pilosebaceous units consist of sebaceous glands and hair follicles, which are physically connected and usually vary inversely in size.