Dermatorrhea

/ˌdɜːmətəˈriə/ noun

Definition

An abnormal discharge or excessive flow of fluid, oil, or matter from the skin, such as extreme sebum production.

Etymology

From Greek 'derma' (skin) + 'rhea' (flow), a medical term describing various skin discharge conditions.

Kelly Says

Dermatorrhea is the medical term for what happens in severe acne and seborrheic dermatitis—your skin's oil glands go into overdrive, sometimes responding to hormonal changes during puberty.

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