Xerosis / Dry Skin
Overview
Xerosis is a medical term and refers to any dry, rough, cracked or scaly skin occurring almost anywhere on the body such as the arms, face and legs. Signs and Symptoms Dry skin Itching Redness of skin Fine cracks may appear on the skin
- Dry skin
- Itching
- Redness of skin
- Fine cracks may appear on the skin
Its major causes are:
- Cold weather
- Old age
- Diabetes
- Hypothyroidism
- Malnutrition
- Liver or kidney disease
Treatments include:
- Moisturizers, especially those that contain urea and lactic acid
- Topical steroids -- for areas that get very inflamed and itch
Other Conditions & Treatments
- Acne (Pimples)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- Blackheads
- Eczema
- Face Pigmentation (Leukoderma)
- Hair Loss
- Leg Ulcers (Venous Ulcer / Stasis Ulcer)
- Lipoma
- Mole Removal
- Psoriasis
- Shingles (Herpes Zoster)