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What are ichthyosis causes
I have been suffering from this dry skin condition called itchthyosis since many years. But now it has increased considerably. I am a female of 17 years. Lease let me know what are the causes of this condition? Can it be passed in family like hereditary? Can it be due to any food like glutens?
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Hereditary...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo.
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Dr. Shruti Jadhav Devershi
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Ichthyosis is Hereditary, yes. There is no permanent cure for the condition. Controlling it with intensive moisturizers especially during winter season when it is known to worsen.
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