The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of Peeling skin. There are likely to be other possible causes, so ask your doctor about your symptoms.
- Blisters- peeling may occur with blistering; see the causes of blisters.
- Rash- rash may cause peeling; see the many causes of skin rash.
- Dryskin.
- Sunburn.
- Chemical irritation
- Eczema.
- Psoriasis
- Toxic epidermal necrolyis (TEN)
Diagnostic tests for Peeling skin:
Various tests are used in the diagnosis of Peeling skin. Some of these are listed below :
- Physical Examination.
- Note the characteristics of the peeling skin
- Note presence of other types of skin problems - e.g. cracking, pustules, crusting, vesicles, blisters, plaques - can help determine diagnosis.
- Note distribution of the areas of skin affected
- Feel lymph nodes for enlargement
- Note the characteristics of the peeling skin
Medications or substances causing Peeling skin:
The following drugs, medications, substances or toxins are some of the possible causes of Peeling skin as a symptom. Always advise your doctor of any medications or treatments you are using, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, herbal or alternative Treatment.
- Certain acne medications
- Retin-A
- Daraprim
- Maloprim
- Airol Creams and Lotions
Diagnosis Checklist: Questions your doctor may ask (and why!)
During a consultation, your doctor will use various techniques in their assessment of Peeling skin. Your doctor may ask several questions when assessing your condition. It is important to remember that your consultation is a two-way process and any extra information you can share with your doctor about your symptoms may help them with their diagnosis. Some of the questions your doctor may ask are listed below:
- How long have you had the peeling skin? - to determine if acute or chronic.
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Has there been a previous red rash in the area of peeling skin? - Any extensive acute red rash commonly shows a stage of shedding large flakes of skin (desquamation) as it resolves.
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Is the peeling of the skin localized or generalized?
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If peeling of the skin is localized, where on the body is the skin peeling? - may assist in helping determine the cause e.g. peeling between the toes may suggest tinea pedis; dry scaly peeling skin on legs of elderly especially in winter suggest asteatotic eczema; on heels suggest keratoderma climactericum; hands and wrists may suggest scabies; in flexures such as front of elbow and behind knee suggest dermatitis; on scalp may suggest psoriasis vulgaris; on fingertips may suggest Kawasaki disease.
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