Scaly Skin
Skin that flakes or peels, which can be caused by psoriasis, eczema, or fungal infections.
What is Scaly Skin?
Scaly Skin is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Scaly Skin that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Scaly Skin
The following conditions have been associated with Scaly Skin. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Fungal Infection
An infection caused by fungi, which can affect the skin, nails, lungs, or internal organs. Common forms include athlete'...
Fungal Skin Infection
A skin infection caused by dermatophytes, causing itchy, scaly, ring-shaped rashes.
Pityriasis Rosea
A common, temporary skin condition that begins with a single larger 'herald' patch and is followed by smaller scaly patc...
Psoriasis
A chronic autoimmune skin condition causing rapid skin cell turnover and scaly, red patches, often on the elbows, knees,...
Ringworm
A fungal skin infection causing an itchy, ring-shaped rash, also known as tinea.
Tinea Cruris
A fungal infection of the groin and inner thighs, commonly called jock itch, causing an itchy, red, often ring-shaped ra...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Scaly Skin is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.