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Glossary Acquired Ichthyosis

skin condition causing dry, scaly patches, often linked to illness

Acquired Ichthyosis is a skin condition characterized by dry, scaly skin that develops later in life, rather than being present from birth. It is often associated with underlying health issues such as cancer, thyroid disease, or HIV, and can be a sign of systemic illness. Unlike genetic forms of ichthyosis, acquired ichthyosis typically appears in adulthood and requires medical evaluation to identify and treat the underlying cause.

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research Acquired ichthyosis, alopecia and loss of hair pigment associated with leiomyosarcoma.

3 citations , March 1998 in “PubMed”

This case report describes a 70-year-old woman whose acquired ichthyosis resolved and darker hair regrew after removing a leiomyosarcoma, highlighting a possible association between the two conditions.

research Acquired ichthyosis, alopecia and loss of hair pigment associated with leiomyosarcoma

March 1998 in “JEADV. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology/Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

This study reported that acquired ichthyosis and hair changes in a 70-year-old woman with leiomyosarcoma resolved after the surgical removal of the tumor.

research Ichthyosis in Unani Medicine: A Comprehensive Review of Disorders of Cornification and their Modern Dermatological Correlates

January 2026 in “International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)”

This source discusses ichthyosis, a disorder causing dry, scaly skin, by exploring its genetic causes, potential systemic associations, and treatments, and correlates modern medical insights with Unani medicine principles focused on humoral balance and holistic care.

research The skin landscape in diabetes mellitus. Focus on dermocosmetic management

31 citations , May 2013 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology”

This review discusses dermocosmetic care for managing DM-related dermatoses, reporting improved skin conditions and quality of life in patients, but highlights limited clinical evidence for these products.

research Skin Manifestations of Hypothyroidism-A Clinical Study

6 citations , January 2013 in “IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences”

This study identified xerosis and diffuse hair loss as the most common skin manifestations in patients with hypothyroidism, observed in 38.09% and 34.8% of participants, respectively.

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community DUPA / APHK discussion ( Diffuse unpatterned alopecia / Acquired Progressive Hair Kinkering )

4 upvotes 7 years ago

The user discusses their experience with diffuse unpatterned alopecia and acquired progressive hair kinkering, noting improvements with treatments including biotin, pantothenic acid, finasteride, ketoconazole, and zinc pyrithione shampoo. They report thicker, healthier hair and improved scalp condition, attributing success mainly to biotin, pantothenic acid, and finasteride.

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