Xerosis
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Xerosis is the medical name for abnormally dry skin. It occurs when the outermost layer loses moisture and the natural oils that protect it, which leaves the surface rough and prone to irritation.
Common symptoms: A feeling of tightness, flaking, roughness and, at times, itching or small cracks, especially on the arms, legs, and hands.
Contributing factors: Cold or dry weather, very hot and prolonged baths, and certain hygiene habits can worsen it.
Which specialist treats it? The dermatologist, and in the youngest patients the pediatric dermatologist, are the appropriate professionals to evaluate the skin.
If the dryness is intense, does not improve, or is accompanied by significant discomfort, it is worth having a professional examine it to guide its care.
Data on 94 doctors who treat xerosis
Which specialist treats xerosis?
Xerosis should be evaluated by a dermatologist, who specializes in skin conditions. See a doctor if you have very dry, rough, or persistently flaking skin.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in xerosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Frequently asked questions
What is xerosis?
Xerosis is the medical name for abnormally dry skin. It occurs when the outermost layer loses moisture and the natural oils that protect it, which leaves the surface rough and prone to irritation.
Which doctor treats xerosis?
Xerosis should be evaluated by a dermatologist, who specializes in skin conditions. See a doctor if you have very dry, rough, or persistently flaking skin.