sebaceoma
(seh-BAY-shee-OH-muh)
A benign yellow or flesh-colored lesion originating from an oil gland in the skin. Sebaceomas are typically found on the face or neck. They may be associated with Muir-Torre syndrome, which is a hereditary syndrome associated with the development of several types of cancer. Also called sebaceous epithelioma.
Enlarge this image in new windowSebaceous epitheliomas (or sebaceomas) are benign lesions originating from oil glands in the skin. They may be seen in individuals with Muir-Torre syndrome, a hereditary syndrome associated with the development of several types of cancer. They are commonly found on the face or neck.