Xerosis cutis

Last Updated: 2019-08-26

Author(s): Anzengruber F., Navarini A.

ICD11: -

Sebostasis, Pityriasis simplex corporis, Pityriasis simplex capilitii, Pityriasis simplex faciei.

Dry skin that can be caused by various underlying diseases.
  

Very often, especially in old age.

  • Higher age

  • Drying out through intensive hygiene measures 

  • ichthyoses 
  • Atopic Eczema
  • Medications 
    • Retinoids
  • Ectodermal Dysplasia

Dry skin, with hyperkeratosis and scaling. Dermatoscopically the white scale signal can be seen. This should also be seen as an indication for re-fattening measures.

Medical history

Clinic

Above all at the lower legs, however at the whole body possible.

Hyperparaceratosis.

Severe xerosis can lead to desiccation eczema.

Re-fatting.

Very good with adequate re-greasing.

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