Xeroderma (dry skin) can appear as dry, white, purple, or red flaky patches on your skin. Skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis can make you more prone to experiencing dry skin patches.
Q) I’M 59 years old and have had a dry patch of skin on the top of my head for about six months now. My wife thinks I should get it checked out. It’s about the size of a thumbnail.
This larger patch appears first and can be found on ... Atopic dermatitis can be itchy and painful. Skin becomes dry, red, and cracked. If it’s scratched too much, an infection can form, causing ...