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Dry Skin On Fingertips And Thumb. Diagnosed As Cryptosis. Want Information On It

Hi my name is Ineke, I'm an ex-nurse, now into complimentary health and I'm trying to get some info for a friend. She has very dry skin on her hands, mostly fingertips and thumb. Her G.P. diagnosed it as Cryptosis, but I can't find any info on that. Is that the same condition as Asteatosis? Looking forward to hearing back. Kind regards, Ineke
Thu, 2 May 2013
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Hi thanks for writing to healthcare magic. Dry skin on fingertips can occur due to; 1.Eczema 2.psoriasis. 3.Vitamin deficiency. 4.Fungal infections. 5.Allergies to detergents,soaps ,chemicals etc. It will be better to consult a dermatologist and take treatment from him.As far as my knowledge is concerned there is nothing like cryptosis of hands. You can just ask her to apply plenty of emollients and avoid harsh soaps.
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Dry Skin On Fingertips And Thumb. Diagnosed As Cryptosis. Want Information On It

Hi thanks for writing to healthcare magic. Dry skin on fingertips can occur due to; 1.Eczema 2.psoriasis. 3.Vitamin deficiency. 4.Fungal infections. 5.Allergies to detergents,soaps ,chemicals etc. It will be better to consult a dermatologist and take treatment from him.As far as my knowledge is concerned there is nothing like cryptosis of hands. You can just ask her to apply plenty of emollients and avoid harsh soaps.