What Is Ichthyosis?
9. Diagnosis
Ichthyosis will often be mistaken for dry skin and many people with the condition are unlikely to speak with a doctor about it. For those that do speak with a doctor, they may be referred to a dermatologist, depending on their symptoms. The dermatologist is then likely to request tests so that the condition can be confirmed.
Tests will typically include a biopsy. This means taking a sample of affected skin so it can be sent to a laboratory for close analysis. A saliva sample may also be taken and will help the experts to look for abnormalities in the patient’s genes.
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