Montgomery gland

English

Noun

Montgomery gland (plural Montgomery glands)

  1. (anatomy) Any of a number of sebaceous glands found on the areola, usually arranged in a circle around the nipple, with functions relating to breastfeeding.
    Synonym: Montgomery's tubercle
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