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Results 1 - 7 of 7 for Flaky skin
  1. Psoriasis 
    ... may be: Itchy Dry and covered with silver, flaky skin (scales) Pink-red in color Raised and thick ... elbows and knees. Plaque -- Thick, red patches of skin are covered by flaky, silver-white scales. This is the most common ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000434.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Guttate psoriasis 
    ... like teardrops Spots may be covered with silver, flaky skin called scales Spots usually occur on the arms, legs, and middle of the body (the trunk), but may appear in other body ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000822.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Skin findings in newborns 
    ... skin lightens somewhat and may become dry and flaky. The skin still often turns red when the infant cries. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002301.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Corns and calluses 
    ... Skin is thick and hardened. Skin may be flaky and dry. Hardened, thick skin areas are found on hands, feet, or other ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001232.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Seborrheic dermatitis 
    Seborrheic dermatitis is a common inflammatory skin condition. It causes flaky, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp, face, or inside the ear. It can occur with ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000963.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Cradle cap 
    Seborrheic dermatitis is a common, inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp. The exact cause of cradle cap is not known. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/007582.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Brain radiation - discharge 
    ... medicine if your scalp gets very dry and flaky, or if it gets red or tanned. Tell your provider if you have any breaks or openings in your skin. Don't put heating pads or ice bags ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000055.htm - Medical Encyclopedia