Ichthyosis refers to a relatively uncommon group of skin disorders characterized by the presence of excessive amounts of dry surface scales. It is regarded as a disorder of keratinization or cornification, and it is due to abnormal epidermal differentiation or metabolism.
The ichthyosis form dermatoses may be classified according to clinical manifestations, genetic presentation, and histologic findings. Inherited and acquired forms of ichthyosis have been described, and ocular alterations may occur in specific subtypes.
Symptoms
Ichthyosis vulgaris as a skin disorder slows the skin’s natural shedding process. This causes chronic, excessive buildup of the protein in the upper layer of the skin (keratin). Symptoms include: Dry scaly skin, Tile-like, small scales, White gray or brown scales (depending on skin color), Flaky scalp, Deep painful cracks in your skin
Causes
This skin disorder is commonly caused by a genetic mutation that’s inherited from one or both parents. Children who inherit a defective gene from just one parent have a milder form of the disease. Those who inherit two defective genes have a more severe form of ichthyosis vulgaris. Children with the inherited form of the disorder usually have normal skin at birth, but develop scaling and roughness during the first few years of life.
If genetic abnormalities aren’t responsible for ichthyosis, it’s referred to as acquired ichthyosis. It’s usually associated with other diseases, such as cancer, thyroid disease or HIV/AIDS.
Ichthyosis can be maintained by using skincare products rich in Vitamins, especially Vitamin D, Evening Primerose Oil is rich in vitamin D, hence making it very useful for taking care of this skin condition.
