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Glands (Exocrine):

• These glands release substances via ducts onto epithelial surfaces (e.g., skin, mucous membranes).

• Examples: sweat, salivary, and mammary glands.

• Functions include cooling (sweat), lubrication (mucus), and enzymatic digestion (saliva).

Tissue Damage:

• Injury or harm to body tissues from trauma, infection, inflammation, etc.

• The body reacts through inflammation, immune responses, and repair.

• Chronic damage can cause fibrosis or necrosis.

Tissue Cells:

• Tissues consist of cells with specific roles. Cell types vary by tissue.

• Examples:

  • Epithelial cells: protective barriers.

  • Connective tissue cells: support.

  • Muscle cells: movement.

  • Nerve cells: signal transmission.

• Cell structure and function are vital to tissue function.