/autosomal dominant ichthyosis vulgaris

autosomal dominant ichthyosis vulgaris

Rare Disease

MONDO:0007810

Also Known As

autosomal dominant ichthyosis vulgarisdominant congenital ichthyosiform erythrodermaichthyosis vulgaris, autosomal dominantdominant ichthyosis vulgarisichthyosis simplexichthyosis vulgaris

Definition

Ichthyosis vulgaris is a common skin disorder passed down through families that leads to dry, scaly skin. It often begins in early childhood. Treatment may include heavy duty moisturizers which contain chemicals that help the skin to shed normally, including lactic acid, salicylic acid, and urea. Ichthyosis vulgaris can be a nuisance, but it rarely affects overall health. The condition usually disappears during adulthood, but may return in later years. This condition is inherited in an autosomal dominant pattern.