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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