Fordyce spots are normal, superficial, ectopic sebaceous glands seen on mucosal surfaces that are not associated with hair follicles. They may affect as much as 80% of the population. Fordyce spots are often found on the oral mucosa, the vermilion of the lips, the inferior eyelids, and the genitals. The spots are usually clustered and asymptomatic.
The likelihood of developing Fordyce spots increases with age; however, these small papules can be seen in patients of any age. Their development can be associated with hormonal changes, and puberty can bring about their onset.
Fordyce spots - Oral Mucosal Lesion
See also in: Overview,AnogenitalSynopsis
Codes
ICD10CM:
L73.9 – Follicular disorder, unspecified
Q38.6 – Other congenital malformations of mouth
SNOMEDCT:
50584008 – Fordyce's disease
L73.9 – Follicular disorder, unspecified
Q38.6 – Other congenital malformations of mouth
SNOMEDCT:
50584008 – Fordyce's disease
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Last Reviewed:03/29/2021
Last Updated:04/11/2021
Last Updated:04/11/2021
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Fordyce spots - Oral Mucosal Lesion
See also in: Overview,Anogenital
