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Dry Skin/Xerosis - Glossary

Dr. Rachita Narsaria
Written by Dr. Rachita Narsaria,  M.D
Dr. Simi Paknikar
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD
Last Updated on Jul 26, 2016
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Glossary

Eczematous rash: Dry scaly itchy rash

Dermatitis: Inflammation of the skin

Ichthyosis: A group of diseases in which the skin is dry and scaly

Xerosis: Drying
Published on Jul 26, 2016
Last Updated on Jul 26, 2016

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