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GlossaryDry Skin (Xerosis)

condition where skin lacks moisture, causing roughness and flakiness

Dry skin, also known as xeroderma or xerosis, is a condition characterized by a lack of adequate moisture in the outer layer of the skin, leading to a rough, flaky, and sometimes itchy texture. It can be caused by various factors, including environmental conditions, such as cold or dry weather, excessive washing, or underlying health conditions like eczema or psoriasis. Proper hydration, the use of moisturizers, and avoiding harsh soaps can help manage and alleviate the symptoms.

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An Emollient Plus Balm Is Useful for the Management of Xerosis in Cancer Patients: A Real-World, Prospective, Observational, Multicenter Study

research An Emollient Plus Balm Is Useful for the Management of Xerosis in Cancer Patients: A Real-World, Prospective, Observational, Multicenter Study

9 citations, February 2022 in “Dermatology and therapy”

An emollient PLUS balm with ADE-G1 significantly improved skin dryness and quality of life in cancer patients with xerosis.

research Non-Rash Skin Toxicities Associated with Novel Targeted Therapies

28 citations, December 2006 in “Clinical lung cancer”

Early recognition and management of skin side effects from new cancer therapies can prevent treatment delays.

research A Clinicoepidemiological Study of Cutaneous Manifestations in the Geriatric Age Group

3 citations, August 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences”

The study concluded that the most common skin changes in elderly people are wrinkles and dry skin, with various infections, benign tumors, and changes in nails and hair also being significant.

Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to the New Second-Generation Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (Dasatinib, Nilotinib) in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

research Adverse Cutaneous Reactions to the New Second-Generation Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (Dasatinib, Nilotinib) in Chronic Myeloid Leukemia

25 citations, November 2013 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Many patients on new leukemia drugs had mild to moderate skin reactions.

research A Clinical Study of Geriatric Dermatoses

1 citations, July 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences”

Older people in Kerala often have skin conditions, with dry skin being the most common, and certain skin issues are linked to high cholesterol and diabetes.

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