Xeroderma

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Xeroderma or xerodermia (also known as xerosis cutis ), derived from the Greek word for "dry skin", is a condition involving a covering system , which in many cases can be safely treated with emollients or moisturizers. Xeroderma most commonly occurs on the scalp, lower legs, arms, hands, knuckles, abdominal sides, and thighs. The symptoms most associated with xeroderma are scaling (visible exfoliation of the outer layer of skin), itching, and cracked skin.

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Common causes

Xeroderma is a very common condition. This happens more often in winter when the cold air outside and the hot air inside creates a low relative humidity. This causes the skin to lose moisture and can rupture and peel off. Bathing or washing hands too often, especially if someone uses hard soap, can contribute to xeroderma. Xeroderma can be caused by a deficiency of vitamin A, vitamin D, systemic disease, severe sunburn, or some medication. Xeroderma can be caused by choline inhibitors. Detergents such as detergents and dishwashing liquids can cause xeroderma.

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Prevention

Today, many creams and lotions, generally based on vegetable oils/butter, petroleum/jelly oil, and even lanolin are widely available. As a precaution, the product can be rubbed into the affected area as needed (often daily) to prevent dry skin. The skin is then patted dry to prevent removal of natural lipids from the skin.

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Cure

Repeated application (usually for several days) from emollients or lotions/skin creams to the affected area will likely result in rapid eradication of xeroderma. In particular, the application of highly occlusive barriers to moisture, such as petrolatum, vegetable oils/butter, and mineral oil have been shown to provide excellent results. Many people find special commercial creams and lotions (often consisting of oil, butter, and or wax emulsified in water) are quite effective (though individual preferences and yields vary among commercially available creams). Lanolin, a natural blend of fat derived from sheep's wool, helps replace natural lipids in human skin and has been used since ancient times (and in modern medicine) as one of the most powerful treatments for xeroderma. However, lanolin is a common allergen. Also, pure lanolin is a thick waxy substance that, for many, proves difficult and uncomfortable for common use in dry skin (especially in large areas of the body). Consequently, many lanolin products are formulated, having a softer consistency than pure lanolin, available.

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Many skin creams include common allergens such as fragrances, parabens, and lanolin.

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See also

• Xeroderma pigmentosum
• Eczema
• Ichthyosis

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References

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