Ichthyosis

What is Ichthyosis?

Ichthyosis is the term for severe, persistent problems with dry skin that almost always start in childhood or infancy. Ichthyosis can be genetic (inherited) or can develop later in life.   In a ....

How can one prevent Ichthyosis?

There is no way to prevent ichthyosis. As with other genetic diseases, there is a risk that children of an affected parent will inherit the.......

What is the treatment of Ichthyosis?

Treatment of all types of ichthyosis involves restoring the skin's moisture and facilitating more aggressive shedding of dead skin cells. Regular visits to a dermatologist can help when ichthyosis cau....

What are the symptoms of Ichthyosis?

Depending on the type of gene abnormality that causes ichthyosis, the skin can show different patterns of flaking. In most cases of ichthyosis vulgaris, for example, skin will flake over the majority ....

What is the prognosis of Ichthyosis?

With continued effective treatment and good advice about skin care, ichthyosis is usually very manageable. Some forms of ichthyosis improve after childhood. Rare forms of ichthyosis can be life threat....