Fordice

Fordyce is a term that can refer to several things, most notably a condition affecting the skin and a former municipal government in Scotland.

Fordyce spots are small, painless, yellowish-white bumps that appear on the skin. They are enlarged sebaceous glands that occur commonly on the lips, inside the cheeks, and on the genitals. These are harmless and do not require treatment, although cosmetic treatments are available if desired. They are named after John Addington Fordyce, an American dermatologist.

In Scotland, Fordyce was a small, burgh town and former local government district. Located in the northeast of Scotland, it historically formed part of the county of Banffshire. The district was abolished in 1975 as part of a local government reorganization. The area is now part of the Aberdeenshire council area. The town itself retains its historical character and remains a picturesque settlement.