The sebaceous glands located on the areola that enlarge during pregnancy and lactation are called:

The sebaceous glands located on the areola

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AGlands of Zeis
BMeibomian glands
CApocrine glands
DMontgomery glands

✓ Correct answer: D. Montgomery glands Montgomery glands (tubercles of Montgomery) are modified sebaceous glands on the areola; they secrete an oily substance that lubricates and protects the nipple-areola complex, and they become more prominent during pregnancy and lactation.

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