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Classic pityriasis alba usually presents with 1 to 20 patches or thin plaques. Most lesions occur on the face, especially on the cheeks and chin. Patches may also appear on the neck, shoulders, and upper arms and are uncommon elsewhere. Patch size varies from 0.5 to 5 cm in diameter.
Dry skin refers to skin that feels dry to touch. This occurs when the skin is lacking moisture in the outer horny cell layer (stratum corneum) and this results in cracks in the skin surface. Dry skin is also called xerosis, xeroderma or asteatosis (lack of fat).
Pityriasis alba is a common skin disorder in children (90%) and young adults. It is particularly prevalent in atopics. It is characterised by one or more flaky pink patches and hypopigmentation. The patches are often found on the cheeks and upper arms and are more noticeable in darker skinned children. It is generally asymptomatic.
5 dni temu · Skin lesions may look like bumps or patches, or they may be smooth. They may be a different color or texture compared to nearby skin. Common causes include acne, cellulitis, and chickenpox. This article looks at 20 types of skin lesions, their causes, pictures, and their treatment.
17 lut 2024 · Keratosis pilaris (ker-uh-TOE-sis pih-LAIR-is) is a harmless skin condition that causes dry, rough patches and tiny bumps, often on the upper arms, thighs, cheeks or buttocks. The bumps usually don't hurt or itch.
Dry skin changes the texture of your skin from soft to rough. This can cause your skin to feel itchy or change color from your normal skin tone. You can have dry skin patches, which are small areas of dry skin, or dry skin could affect a larger area of your skin.
27 sie 2024 · Patches of dry skin may be caused by environmental irritants like dry air. However, they can also be a symptom of health conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and athlete’s foot.
