Anorexia causes dry skin
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Too much soapy water, exposure to harsh chemicals, the normal aging process and certain types of skin diseases are some of the causes of decreased amounts of protective skin oils which in turn causes dry skin.
The mainstay of management is liberal use of moisturizers after washing with luke warm water. Soap should be used minimally. Moisturizers should be reapplied liberally during the day.You can also use a topical cortisone (steroid) cream or ointment like dermacort(hydrocortisone).
Anybody been experiencing dry skin?? If so what's some good items to use for it?? & what causes it?? I never had this problem before I got pregnant..
brain damage due to coma, electrolyte imbalance, etc.
Before I got pregnant, I had smooth skin. Now I'm getting acne and my face is SO dry, and it never used to be. I can't even wear foundation cause it looks gross with my skin so dry. Have any of you ladies used any moisturizer or acne wash that has helped during your pregnancy?
If there is more hair loss than this, the first cause we look at is diet. It has been long known that anorexia causes hair loss. Your 400 calories on alternate days is flirting with an anorexia-like diet and is most likely stressing your body. Rather than cut your long locks, look to have a balanced diet each and every day. Good luck.
Hi, welcome to the forum, Causes for dry skin are Sjögren's syndrome (also presents with dry mouth, cheek swelling), Mucin deficiency, Amyloidosis, Sarcoidosis, HIV infection and uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.
Hence, you need to undergo blood sugar, salivary mucin content etc. to rule out the cause. You need to use moisturizing cream on the skin, drink adequate fluids and drugs like low dose steroids will be helpful for above mentioned conditions.
From a little more than a month and a half my skin turned more dry than usual (never had it this way) and i feel it hotter too, but not fever ( started on my forearms, then lower legs and now upper torso-neck area). There is some tingling especially on my forearms along with some slight redness on them. This is giving me a lot of anxiety which has an impact on my sleep.
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The reason people usually get itchy skin in the winter is because the weather is cold and dry. The dry air makes your skin dry out causing itchiness and abrasions. Make sure you are getting enough water. if your dehydrated the lips are really dry and chapped and you can do a simple test to see if you are dehydrated other than the lips. Pinch (NOT HARD) a little bit of skin on your hand or arm then let go, if the skin snaps right back then your ok.
Other causes of cold extremities with bluish discoloration are hypothyroidism, anorexia, Addison’s disease, adrenal causes like pheochromocytoma, anemia, Buerger’s disease, chronic fatigue syndrome and Raynaud’s disease. Raynaud’s disease is a disease of the blood vessels in which blood can't get to the surface of the skin and the affected areas turn white and blue. Please discuss these possibilities with her doctor.
Hope this helps.
Psoriasis is a long-term (chronic) skin problem that causes skin cells to grow too quickly, resulting in thick, white, silvery, or red patches of skin. It is useful to apply a hand cream that offers barrier protection and moisturizing effect. Try to limit exposure of cold and wind to the hand. For exact diagnosis and treatment see a dermatologist. Hope it helps.
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Hello,
I cannot confirm anything without examination,but it can be due to seborrheic dermatitis. Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that causes flaky,dry, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas esp under the nose or anywhere on face. You can treat flaking and dryness with over-the-counter dandruff or medicated shampoos. Shampoo the hair vigorously and frequently (preferably daily).
Anorexia is the highest death rate of all Mental Illnesses and for those between the ages of 15-24 Anorexia is 12X highest death rate for all other causes of death. If she passes out in your presence, call 911. If her parents are unwilling to get her help, call child protective services on them. You can call anonymously.
For more information on anorexia, visit the bella vita website.
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Dr.
Hello,
These skin symptoms are basically due to dry skin. Dry skin results when there is not enough water in the stratum corneum for it to function properly. Too much soapy water, exposure to harsh chemicals, the normal aging process and certain types of skin diseases are some of the causes of decreased amounts of protective skin oils which in turn causes dry skin.
The mainstay of management is liberal use of moisturizers after washing with luke warm water. Soap should be used minimally.
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