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Ichthyosis

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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Query: Hi Doctor, I am suffering a disease called Ichthyosis. It is genetically causing dry skin problem and fish like scales. Kindly help me with a solution for this.  Read Full »

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Dr. Kalpana Pathak

Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing to us.Ichthyosis as you rightly mentioned is a genetic condition leading to excessively dry and flaky skin. There is no cure for this condition, but it can be controlled by using right medications and thus bringing the normal texture back. For the same, follow these suggesti...  Read Full »

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