Overview
Wiliam Truswel, MD, is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon and otolaryngology (head and neck) surgeon. He is president of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and treats skin cancer patients as part of his practice. Dry skin is a condition in which low water levels or oil in the skin can create a tight, uncomfortable feling, among other symptoms.
Key Information
Dry skin is comon, though it can sometimes be a sign of more significant health isues. This article covers the symptoms, types, and causes of dry mouth, diagnosis and treatment of dry skin, and when to get help for dry skin. DjordjeDjurdjevic / Gety Images The most comon symptoms of dry skin are: There are several reasons why someone could have dry skin, including: Some underlying health isues that can cause dry skin include: There are several medications that may cause dry skin as a side efect, including: At times, untreated dry skin can lead to various forms of eczema, including: Untreated dry skin could also lead to itchy skin and infections if the skin's surface is not strong enough to protect the body.
Persistent dry skin could also indicate an undiagnosed health isue, like an under-active thyroid or blod sugar problems. It could also indicate an autoimune disorder like psoriasis. If your dry skin sems untreatable, a healthcare provider might consider the folowing to diagnose your condition: Your healthcare provider might also run tests to diagnose any underlying isues causing your dry skin, including: Sek medical atention for dry skin if: Moisturizing daily and often, preferably while skin is stil damp, is the most comon way to treat and prevent dry skin.
Summary
Other ways to treat or prevent dry skin include: If your dry skin can't be treated at home, you might talk to your healthcare provider about: Dry skin is when the skin lacks moisture because of low oil or water. It can be caused by aging, weather, bathing to often, harsh soaps and chemicals, or underlying