This image displays a mild rash due to itching caused by dry skin. This image displays cracks due to dry skin. This image displays a dry, scaly rash due to itching from xerosis (dry skin). This image displays an extreme case of xerosis (dry skin). This image displays cracks in the skin due to xerosis (dry skin) that have collected dirt. This image displays very dry skin on the hands typical to xerosis.
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Dry Skin (Xerosis):
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Treatments Your Physician May Prescribe
The physician may prescribe:
  • Cream containing alpha- or beta-hydroxy acids (glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid)
  • Urea-based cream
  • Preparation containing high concentrations of propylene glycol
  • Corticosteroid (cortisone) cream, if the skin is inflamed or very itchy
If the physician suspects that a medical condition is causing your dry skin, then he or she may do blood tests or other diagnostic procedures. The best treatment for dry skin caused by a medical problem is to treat the medical problem.

Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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