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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Picture of Dry Skin (Xerosis): This image displays a mild rash due to itching caused by dry skin. Divider line
This image displays a mild rash due to itching caused by dry skin.
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Who's At Risk
Dry skin can be seen in people of any age, of any race, and of either gender. However, the incidence of dry skin increases with age; nearly all individuals over the age of 60 have some degree of dry skin.

Dry skin is caused by a number of environmental factors including:
  • Low humidity
  • Frequent bathing
  • Harsh soaps
Dry skin is caused by several medical conditions including:
  • Ichthyosis
  • Atopic dermatitis
  • Diabetes
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Down syndrome
  • Liver or kidney disease
  • Malnutrition
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Lymphoma
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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