Ichthyosis Vulgaris is a skin disorder causing accumulation of dead skin cells as thick dry scales on the skin. They often appear over the elbows, lower legs, and chins. It usually occurs due to genetic mutation, which is inherited from one or both parents. Taking medication containing Salicylic acid or Urea helps to treat the condition, and Retinoids are taken in severe cases.
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Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The skin has to be moisturized well soon after a shower. Use a moisturizer which has ceramide.
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Hi, Thanks for writing to us.Ichthyosis as you rightly mentioned is a genetic condition leading to excessively dry and flaky skin.
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