Why are my feet dry and cracked in winter?
The cold, dry winter weather causes the skin to become less elastic and more brittle, making it easier for dry, cracked and flaky feet to occur. Or because the feet…
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What causes dry, cracked and flaky feet?
Cracked feet are usually caused by inflammation, thickening of the stratum corneum or dry skin, such as tinea pedis and hereditary palmoplantar keratosis, which can thicken and dry the stratum…
Why are my feet dry and cracked?
The foot is dry and cracked, also known as foot fissures, foot chaps are commonly found in the plantar, toe or heel areas of the foot. It is often caused…
Are dry, cracked feet contagious in summer?
Cracked feet in summer can be seen in tinea pedis, which is contagious and has a high incidence in summer and autumn. Tinea pedis is mainly transmitted by contact, by…
What is the cause of dry, cracked and flaky feet?
Dry, cracked and flaky feet are most often seen in tinea pedis and hereditary palmoplantar keratosis. Hereditary palmoplantar keratosis tends to develop in infancy with a family history; it is…