10 Ichthyosis Symptoms
Article Sources
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Other Skin Infections
Skin helps protect the body from harmful microorganisms and damaging elements in the general environment. However, dry, scaly skin associated with ichthyosis can develop deep cracks and sores.3Freitas, Camila Fernanda Novak Pinheiro de, et al. ‘Ichthyosis Associated with Widespread Tinea Corporis: Report of Three Cases.’ Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia, Sociedade Brasileira De Dermatologia, 2013, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3760944/#B03
In addition to fungi, bacteria and other harmful pathogens can then enter through these openings and cause an infection. It's important to keep skin moisturized and healthy, but this may be difficult with ichthyosis. A skin care routine may need to include moisturizers, emollients and exfoliators to help minimize dryness.3Freitas, Camila Fernanda Novak Pinheiro de, et al. ‘Ichthyosis Associated with Widespread Tinea Corporis: Report of Three Cases.’ Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia, Sociedade Brasileira De Dermatologia, 2013, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3760944/#B03
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