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Management of Ichthyosis: A Brief Review
Skin therapy letter - 1 Jan 2020
Limmer Allison L, Nwannunu Crystal E, Patel Ravi R, Mui Uyen N, Tyring Stephen K
Abstract excerpt
The ichthyoses, also termed the disorders of keratinization, are a heterogenous group of skin diseases in which a distinctive horny layer arises secondary to excessive transepidermal water loss. Although occasionally acquired, the majority of ichthyoses are inherited and can be pinpointed to characteristic genetic mutations. Management depends on disease severity and includes topical agents and lifestyle...
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