A skin condition in which sebaceous glands are thought to be inflamed causing the skin around the face and scalp to be reddened and covered with yellow, greasy scales is called
A)Psoriasis
B)Rosacea
C)Dermatomyositis
D)Seborrheic dermatitis
E)Comedones

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The skin condition described is seborrheic dermatitis, which is a common inflammatory condition affecting areas rich in sebaceous glands, such as the scalp and face. The redness and yellow, greasy scales are typical symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis. Psoriasis, rosacea, dermatomyositis, and comedones all have different characteristic symptoms and do not fit the description given.

A Skin Condition in Which Sebaceous Glands Are Thought to Be