Asteatotic Dermatitis (Eczema Craquele)
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Asteatotic dermatitis, also called eczema craquele, is a skin condition that occurs due to marked dryness, in which the skin surface cracks and takes on an appearance similar to a mosaic.
Common symptoms: Dry, scaly skin with fine cracks, accompanied by itching and, at times, redness, especially on the legs and arms.
Contributing factors: It is promoted by dry or cold environments, very frequent baths with hot water and skin with a tendency toward dryness.
Which specialist treats it? The evaluation of asteatotic dermatitis or eczema craquele falls to the dermatologist. If your skin stays dry and cracked with discomfort, seeing this professional helps guide the appropriate care.
Data on 45 doctors who treat asteatotic dermatitis (eczema craquele)
Which specialist treats asteatotic dermatitis (eczema craquele)?
Asteatotic dermatitis, or eczema craquelé, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in managing dry, cracked skin, especially common in older adults. Consult this specialist if you have this type of dryness.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in asteatotic dermatitis (eczema craquele)
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Verónica Carolina Solano Álvarez
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Ana Karen Romero Guzmán
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Dr. Lorena Ibañez
Frequently asked questions
What is asteatotic dermatitis (eczema craquele)?
Asteatotic dermatitis, also called eczema craquele, is a skin condition that occurs due to marked dryness, in which the skin surface cracks and takes on an appearance similar to a mosaic.
Which doctor treats asteatotic dermatitis (eczema craquele)?
Asteatotic dermatitis, or eczema craquelé, should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in managing dry, cracked skin, especially common in older adults. Consult this specialist if you have this type of dryness.