Dry skin
Skin characterized by the lack of natural or normal moisture.
Also called: Dry skin, Xerosis.
Conditions associated with dry skin
The following conditions have been associated with dry skin in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
AGel amyloidosis
AGel amyloidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute adrenal insufficiency
Acute adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adiposis dolorosa
Adiposis dolorosa is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 9
A type I interferonopathy characterized by severe developmental delay and progressive neurologic deterioration...
Aicardi-Goutières syndrome
Aicardi-Goutières syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Atopic Dermatitis
A chronic inflammatory skin condition (eczema) causing itchy, red, dry, and cracked skin....
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia
Autosomal dominant hypocalcemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Blau syndrome
Blau syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Classic mycosis fungoides
Classic mycosis fungoides is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cockayne syndrome type 1
Cockayne syndrome caused by mutation(s) in the ERCC8 gene, encoding DNA excision repair protein ERCC-8....
Cockayne syndrome type 2
Cockayne syndrome caused by mutation(s) in the ERCC6 gene, encoding DNA excision repair protein ERCC-6....
Dermatomyositis
Dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dubowitz syndrome
Dubowitz syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia
Exercise-induced malignant hyperthermia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Hashimoto Thyroiditis
An autoimmune disease that attacks the thyroid gland and is the most common cause of hypothyroidism....
Hypothyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone, slowing metabolism and affecti...
Isolated thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency
Isolated thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
Juvenile dermatomyositis
Juvenile dermatomyositis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like
Kohlschutter-Tonz syndrome-like is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Late-onset isolated ACTH deficiency
Late-onset isolated ACTH deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Lipodystrophy, familial partial, type 7
Lipodystrophy, familial partial, type 7 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Mendez-Johnson immunoneurologic syndrome
Mendez-Johnson immunoneurologic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Menkes disease
Menkes disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Microcephaly-lymphedema-chorioretinopathy syndrome
Microcephaly-lymphedema-chorioretinopathy syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various ...
Netherton syndrome
Netherton syndrome (NS) is a skin disorder characterized by congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma (CIE), a dis...
Noonan syndrome 13
Noonan syndrome 13 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Omenn syndrome
Omenn syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pellagra
Pellagra is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Plague
Plague is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Popov-Chang syndrome
Popov-Chang syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Primary Sjögren disease
Primary Sjögren disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Radio-Tartaglia syndrome
A syndrome that is caused by a variation in the SPEN gene and is characterized by developmental delay/intellec...
Sheehan syndrome
Sheehan syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tayoun-Maawali syndrome
Tayoun-Maawali syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Thyroid ectopia
Thyroid ectopia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome is a very rare disorder with features of premature aging recognizable at birt...
Xeroderma pigmentosum
Xeroderma pigmentosum is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
branched-chain keto acid dehydrogenase kinase deficiency
A rare disorder of branched-chain amino acid metabolism characterized by childhood-onset epilepsy, autism and ...
cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome 1
Any cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the BRAF gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate dry skin
When investigating dry skin, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Autoimmune Disorder Panel
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CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Immunoglobulin E (IgE)
Measures total IgE and can help evaluate allergic conditions....
Iodine Urine Test, 24-Hour
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Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Selenium Blood Test
This blood test is used to monitor industrial exposure to selenium or to determine a selenium deficiency. Sele...
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, free T4, and free T3....
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
Detects antibodies associated with autoimmune thyroid disease....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside dry skin
Cold Intolerance
Feeling unusually sensitive to cold temperatures, which can be a sign of a slow metabolism such as hypothyroid...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Red Skin Bumps
Small, raised red bumps on the skin, which can be a feature of eczema or other skin conditions....
Slow Heart Rate
A resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in athletes or a sign of an electrical or ...
Thickened Skin
Thickened, leathery skin from chronic scratching, which can be a feature of eczema....
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if dry skin is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom dry skin mean?
Dry skin is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Skin characterized by the lack of natural or normal moisture.
Which conditions are associated with dry skin?
Dry skin has been reported in association with 50 conditions in the medical literature we index, including AGel amyloidosis, Acute adrenal insufficiency, Addison disease, Adiposis dolorosa, Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 9. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about dry skin?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.