A gland is a specialized structure in the body that creates and releases substances, like hormones, enzymes, or sweat. These substances are crucial for various bodily functions, such as growth, digestion, or maintaining body temperature. Glands are like factories that produce specific materials, which are then sent out to different parts of the body to help it function properly.
There are two main types of glands: endocrine glands that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, and exocrine glands that release substances through ducts to specific locations in the body or on the skin’s surface.
