Ichthyosis
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'''Ichthyosis''' is a heterogenous family of more than 30, generalized, mostly [[genetic disorder|genetic]] [[skin]] [[dermatology|disorders]]. The word comes from [[Greek language|Greek]] ''ιχθύωση'' and [[Ancient Greek]] ιχθύς, „fish“.
The most common type of ichthyosis is [[ichthyosis vulgaris]] accounting for >95% of the cases<Ref>.International Journal of Dermatology
2003, 42 , 95–98. </ref>
==Types==
There are several forms of ichthyosis. Most forms of ichthyosis are genetic conditions.
Here are a few common ones:
::*[[Ichthyosis vulgaris]]
::*[[X-linked ichthyosis]]
::*[[Ichthyosis lamellaris]]
::*[[Harlequins Ichthyosis]]
::*[[Bullous Ichthyosis]]
==Ichthyosis in domestic dogs==
Ichthyosis of varying severity is well-documented in some popular [[dog breed|breeds]] of domestic [[dog]]s. The most common breeds in which this condition manifests itself are [[Golden retriever]]s, [[American bulldog]]s, [[Jack Russell terrier]]s, and [[Cairn terrier]]s.
==Diagnosis==
A physician often can diagnose ichthyosis by looking at the skin. A family history is also very useful. In some cases, a skin biopsy will be done to help to confirm the diagnosis. In a biopsy, a small piece of skin is removed and examined under a microscope. In some instances, genetic testing may be helpful in making a diagnosis.
Ichthyosis is not more or less common in any ethnic group. As of now, there is no way to prevent ichthyosis.
==Treatments==
Treatments for ichthyosis often take the form of topical application of creams and [[emollient]] oils, in an attempt to hydrate the skin. [[Retinoid]]s are also used for some conditions. Exposure to sunlight may improve or worsen the condition.
There can be ocular manifestations of ichthyosis, such as corneal and ocular surface diseases. Vascularizing keratitis, which is more commonly found in congenital keratitis-ichythosis-deafness (KID), may worsen with isotretinoin therapy. Ectropion, if it occurs, can be treated surgically after skin hydration.
==See also==
*[[psoriasis]]
*[[dermatitis]]
*[[emollient]]
*[[list of skin diseases]]
==References==
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==External links==
* [http://www.scalyskin.org/ Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types USA]
* [http://www.ichthyosis.org.uk/ British Ichthyosis Support Group]
* [http://www.ichthyose.eu/ European Network for Ichthyosis]
* {{DermAtlas|1896838546}}
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{{Congenital malformations and deformations of integument}}
[[Category:Skin diseases]]
[[Category:Genetic disorders]]
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[[es:Ictiosis]]
[[fr:Ichtyose]]
[[it:Ittiosi]]
[[ka:იქთიოზი]]
[[ja:魚鱗癬]]
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[[pl:Rybia łuska]]
[[tr:İktiyozis]]