What is another word for xeroderma?
Pronunciation: [zˈi͡əɹə͡ʊdəmə] (IPA) 
Xeroderma is a medical term that refers to dry, flaky skin. There are a number of synonyms for xeroderma, including asteatosis, asteatotic eczema, and eczema craquele. Other synonyms include ichthyosis, which is a genetic disorder in which the skin is very dry and scaly, and psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune disorder that results in red, scaly patches of skin. Other terms that are sometimes used as synonyms for xeroderma include atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and seborrheic dermatitis. Regardless of the specific term used to describe the condition, the symptoms of xeroderma can be uncomfortable and affect a person's quality of life.
