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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Ichthyosis acquisita | |||
| synonyms = Acquired ichthyosis | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Dry skin]], [[scaling]], [[thickening of the skin]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[psychosocial impact]] | |||
| onset = [[Adulthood]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Systemic disease]], [[medications]], [[malignancy]] | |||
| risks = [[Hodgkin's lymphoma]], [[HIV/AIDS]], [[sarcoidosis]], [[hypothyroidism]], [[leprosy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[skin biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Ichthyosis vulgaris]], [[X-linked ichthyosis]], [[lamellar ichthyosis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Moisturizers]], [[keratolytics]], [[retinoids]] | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Ichthyosis acquisita''' is a rare skin condition characterized by the development of dry, scaly skin. It is also known as '''acquired ichthyosis''' and is not inherited, unlike other forms of [[ichthyosis]]. This condition usually appears in adulthood and may be associated with various systemic diseases or conditions, such as [[cancer]], [[thyroid disease]], and [[HIV/AIDS]]. | '''Ichthyosis acquisita''' is a rare skin condition characterized by the development of dry, scaly skin. It is also known as '''acquired ichthyosis''' and is not inherited, unlike other forms of [[ichthyosis]]. This condition usually appears in adulthood and may be associated with various systemic diseases or conditions, such as [[cancer]], [[thyroid disease]], and [[HIV/AIDS]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of ichthyosis acquisita is unknown. However, it is often associated with other diseases and conditions, including: | The exact cause of ichthyosis acquisita is unknown. However, it is often associated with other diseases and conditions, including: | ||
* [[Hodgkin's disease]] | * [[Hodgkin's disease]] | ||
* [[Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma]] | * [[Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma]] | ||
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* [[HIV/AIDS]] | * [[HIV/AIDS]] | ||
* [[Medications]] such as nicotinic acid and hydroxyurea | * [[Medications]] such as nicotinic acid and hydroxyurea | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of ichthyosis acquisita is dry, scaly skin. The scales are often large, dark, and may cover large areas of the body. Other symptoms may include: | The main symptom of ichthyosis acquisita is dry, scaly skin. The scales are often large, dark, and may cover large areas of the body. Other symptoms may include: | ||
* [[Itching]] | * [[Itching]] | ||
* [[Skin redness]] | * [[Skin redness]] | ||
* [[Skin thickening]] | * [[Skin thickening]] | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of ichthyosis acquisita is based on the appearance of the skin and a detailed medical history. A [[skin biopsy]] may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | Diagnosis of ichthyosis acquisita is based on the appearance of the skin and a detailed medical history. A [[skin biopsy]] may be performed to confirm the diagnosis. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment of ichthyosis acquisita focuses on relieving symptoms and treating the underlying condition, if any. Treatment options may include: | Treatment of ichthyosis acquisita focuses on relieving symptoms and treating the underlying condition, if any. Treatment options may include: | ||
* [[Moisturizers]] and [[emollients]] | * [[Moisturizers]] and [[emollients]] | ||
* [[Topical retinoids]] | * [[Topical retinoids]] | ||
* [[Oral retinoids]] | * [[Oral retinoids]] | ||
* [[Antihistamines]] to relieve itching | * [[Antihistamines]] to relieve itching | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Ichthyosis]] | * [[Ichthyosis]] | ||
* [[Skin conditions]] | * [[Skin conditions]] | ||
* [[Dermatology]] | * [[Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Rare diseases]] | [[Category:Rare diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:19, 4 April 2025
| Ichthyosis acquisita | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Acquired ichthyosis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Dry skin, scaling, thickening of the skin |
| Complications | Infection, psychosocial impact |
| Onset | Adulthood |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Systemic disease, medications, malignancy |
| Risks | Hodgkin's lymphoma, HIV/AIDS, sarcoidosis, hypothyroidism, leprosy |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, skin biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Ichthyosis vulgaris, X-linked ichthyosis, lamellar ichthyosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Moisturizers, keratolytics, retinoids |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Ichthyosis acquisita is a rare skin condition characterized by the development of dry, scaly skin. It is also known as acquired ichthyosis and is not inherited, unlike other forms of ichthyosis. This condition usually appears in adulthood and may be associated with various systemic diseases or conditions, such as cancer, thyroid disease, and HIV/AIDS.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of ichthyosis acquisita is unknown. However, it is often associated with other diseases and conditions, including:
- Hodgkin's disease
- Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma
- Sarcoidosis
- Underactive thyroid
- HIV/AIDS
- Medications such as nicotinic acid and hydroxyurea
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of ichthyosis acquisita is dry, scaly skin. The scales are often large, dark, and may cover large areas of the body. Other symptoms may include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of ichthyosis acquisita is based on the appearance of the skin and a detailed medical history. A skin biopsy may be performed to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment of ichthyosis acquisita focuses on relieving symptoms and treating the underlying condition, if any. Treatment options may include:
- Moisturizers and emollients
- Topical retinoids
- Oral retinoids
- Antihistamines to relieve itching
