keratolysis

Introduction

Separation or loosening of the horny layer of the epidermis; i.e. a shedding of the epidermis.

More general terms

• sign/symptom

More specific terms

• exfoliative keratolysis; keratolysis exfoliativa; lamellar dyshidrosis; recurrent focal palmar peeling; recurrent palmar peeling
• pitted keratolysis

Additional terms

• keratolytic agent