Possible Causes for skin fissure Atopic Dermatitis Symptoms of AD include: Dry, scaly skin that can become thickened and appear wrinkled (lichenification) Redness Itching Cracks in the skin (fissures) Open, crusted or oozing [waldmanplasticsurgeryanddermatology.com] The clinical expression of such impairments is dry skin with fissures and a higher risk of eczema. [hindawi.com] Because xerotic skin is unable to hold moisture, it is less pliable and more likely to crack and fissure. [aafp.org] Contact Dermatitis sometimes ulcerated, in acute form Vesicles are common, but ulceration or skin necrosis is rare in acute cases Thickening, erosion, fissuring, or shiny skin following chronic [news-medical.net] Irritant dermatitis often shows as dry, red, and rough skin. Cuts (fissures) may form on the hands. Skin may become inflamed with long-term exposure. [medlineplus.gov] The skin may be fissured, as well as rough and dry. Redness, oozing lesions, and inflammation may develop with chronic irritant contact dermatitis. [news-medical.net] Hemorrhoids Cutting this muscle relieves pressure on the skin near the fissure, and allows the fissure to heal. Author(s) and Publication Date(s) David A. [patients.gi.org] The perianal area should be inspected for the presence of skin tags, fissures, fistulae, polyps, or tumours. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Most likely, however, it's the hemorrhoids bleeding (likely when you're bearing down during a bowel movement) or an anal fissure (cracks in the skin of the anus caused by [whattoexpect.com] Candidiasis There may be severe redness, swelling, and itching, leading to skin fissures or sores. [medicalnewstoday.com] Skin is erythematous, and lesions are initially discrete and then coalesce into larger lesions. Fissuring of the skin may be present. [visualdx.com] Severe cases may show up with red and swollen vagina and vulva, oozing or fissured and cracked skin around the vulva, bleeding etc. [news-medical.net] Palmoplantar Pustulosis They are associated with thickened, scaly, red skin that easily develops painful cracks ( fissures ). [dermnetnz.org] Emollients are important: Apply thick greasy emollients to soften skin and prevent fissures. Soak in warm water with emulsifying ointment. [patient.info] In the more chronic stages of the disease, the skin can be dry and thickened with deep fissures (cracks in the skin). [dermcoll.edu.au] Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma The side-effect profile for TSEBT includes pruritus, dry skin, fissuring, telangiectasias, fatigue, temperature dysregulation, sun sensitivity, radiation dermatitis, skin [journals.lww.com] The skin in SS is often very itchy, appears "thickened" and may appear scaly. Palms and soles may be very red and thickened, with cracks in the skin (called fissures). [oncolink.org] There may be scaling and fissuring of the palms and soles, alopecia, ectro-pion, loss of nails, and ankle edema. [cancernetwork.com] Perianal Candidiasis It may be due to poor hygiene, leakage of stool and mucous, diarrhea, over cleaning, prolapsed hemorrhoids, inflamed internal hemorrhoids, skin tags, anal fissure, anal fistula [hemorrhoidcentersamerica.com] External examination of the area around the anus may reveal a cause such as a skin condition, threadworms, fissure. [patient.info] […] and macerated skin. [rch.org.au] Congenital Erythropoietic Porphyria Erythropoietic porphyria (EP), or congenital erythropoietic porphyria (CEP), results from a deficiency of an enzyme in the pathway for heme synthesis. This leads to the accumulation of toxic porphyrins, which make tissues photosensitive. The major manifestations are blistering skin conditions, often severe and[…] [symptoma.com] Anal Fissure […] papilla in addition to the fissure); group III had all three components (fissure, skin tag, hypertrophied papilla). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Condition: Anal Fissure (anal tear, anal skin tags) Overview (“What is it?”) Definition: An anal fissure is a tear or break in the skin at the anus. [eapsa.org] An anal fissure is a tear in the skin around the opening of the anus (the last part of the digestive tract that controls the removal of stools). [greaterhoustongastroenterology.com] Atrophic Rhinitis Abstract Correction of a saddle nose deformity due to atrophic rhinitis is a formidable task. The thick and puckered skin secondary to long standing disease makes the creation of a dorsal subdermal pocket difficult. On the one hand, these patients tolerate synthetic implants poorly and on the other they show an[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Lamellar Ichthyosis Lamellar Ichthyosis is an autosomal recessive, inherited skin disorder characterized by thickening, fissuring and scaling of the skin. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] disorder characterized by thickening, fissuring and scaling of the skin. [nepjol.info] Carini syndrome - skin disease of the newborn characterized by fissures and shedding of membrane encasing the body to reveal red skin underneath. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com] Congenital Syphilis Early signs are characteristic skin lesions, lymphadenopathy, hepatosplenomegaly, failure to thrive, blood-stained nasal discharge, perioral fissures, meningitis, choroiditis [msdmanuals.com] Skin manifestations The skin becomes red, glazed and radiating fissures may appear at the angles of the mouth, around the nares and anus. [drmhijazy.com] […] eruptions Erythematous appearance 14. Mucuocutaneous lesions occur around the nose, mouth, anus and vulva –moist and readily produce fissuring and bleeding Excoriations [slideshare.net] Vulvitis Symptoms of a mild case include skin fissures, loss of skin pigment (hypopigmentation), skin atrophy, a parchment-like texture to the skin, dysuria, itching, discomfort, and [en.wikipedia.org] In more severe cases, the vulva may become discolored, developing dark purple bruising (ecchymosis), bleeding, scarring, attenuation of the labia minora, and fissures and [en.wikipedia.org] If the skin changes are not obvious on visual inspection, a biopsy of the skin may be performed to acquire an exact diagnosis. [en.wikipedia.org] Late Congenital Syphilis Skin -rhagades(cracks, fissures atmucocutaneousjunctions) #1, 2, & 3 are part of Hutchinson’s triad Extended discussion Epidemiology (Treponema Pallidum): Transmitted at any [johnsarm.net] & runny fissured nose. [slideshare.net] rhagades (perioral fissures ; when fissures heal and leave scars they are referred to as Parrot lines ), gumma s Skeletal: “ saber shins ” (anterior bowing of the tibia [amboss.com] Vaginal Candidiasis There may be severe redness, swelling, and itching, leading to skin fissures or sores. [medicalnewstoday.com] Constipation (NHS Choices 2015b) An anal fissure, which is a tear in the skin around the anus. A fissure can happen when passing a particularly hard or big poo. [babycentre.co.uk] […] tags, fissures, anal warts. [en.wikipedia.org] […] around the anus (anal fissures) tummy pain urinary tract infections, wetting pants (urine incontinence), bedwetting - constipation can increase the risk of these liquid poo [kidshealth.org.nz] Vaginitis Vaginitis may be associated with vulval (genital skin) conditions. Vaginitis may result in vaginal soreness, itching, discharge, malodour, fissuring and bleeding. [dermnetnz.org] However, close inspection may reveal subtle erythema, desquamation or fissuring that are signs of a skin condition. [nps.org.au] Vitamin B12 Deficiency The most common tongue condition in the literature is the geographic tongue which is followed by fissured tongue. Showed macrocytic anemia and low levels of vitamin. [duqoboyuhac.tk] […] vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, include tiredness, lack of energy, light- headedness when standing up or exercising, diarrhea, constipation, appetite loss, weight loss, pale skin [duqoboyuhac.tk] Intertrigo Additionally, skin fissuring and ulceration can occur, possibly hidden in the deep skin folds of persons who are obese, which can lead to pain, disability, and, potentially [emedicine.medscape.com] Presentation: Intertrigo presents as red, moist patches in the skin folds with possible fissuring or breakdown of the skin surface. [dermatopedia.com] Deep and painful fissures can develop in the skin crease areas. Heat, moisture, and friction between rubbing skin surfaces result in macerated inflamed skin. [randyjacobsmd.com] Tinea Pedis Athlete’s foot is typically characterized by skin fissures or scales that can be red and itchy. [web.archive.org] Tinea pedis is spread through contact with infected skin scales or contact with fungi in damp areas (for example, showers, locker rooms, swimming pools) 1. [cdc.gov] Tinea pedis is spread through contact with infected skin scales or contact with fungi in damp areas (for example, showers, locker rooms, swimming pools) (1). [web.archive.org] Atrophic Vaginitis On DermNet NZ Menopause Lactation and the skin Genital skin problems Recurrent fissuring of the posterior fourchette Pruritus vulvae Other websites Ovestin Vaginal Cream – [dermnetnz.org] Vaginal or vulval dryness Vaginal or vulval itching ( pruritus vulvae ) Vaginal burning Painful sex ( dyspareunia ) Skin splitting (fissuring) of the entrance to the vagina [dermnetnz.org] Vaginal or vulval dryness Vaginal or vulval itching (pruritus vulvae) Vaginal burning Painful sex (dyspareunia) Skin splitting (fissuring) of the entrance to the vagina (posterior [dermnetnz.org] Menopause Recurrent fissures of posterior fourchette (vaginal tears) Painful intercourse ( dyspareunia ) Labial fusion Dyaesthetic vulvodynia Chronic vulvar burning, irritation, stinging [dermnetnz.org] Laboratory findings of bacterial vaginosis are common after the menopause Many women are asymptomatic Malodorous vaginal discharge is common Vulvar lichen sclerosus Chronic skin [dermnetnz.org] […] anogenital area May be asymptomatic in some patients Possible association with autoimmune disorders Signs and symptoms include: Itching and irritation White, thinned, wrinkled skin [dermnetnz.org] Dermatitis Following this, the skin often becomes dry and cracked, which may lead to painful skin fissures. It is unclear what causes dyshidrotic eczema. [medicalnewstoday.com] Copious discharge of sticky clear liquid causes maceration of the skin at the corners of the eye fissure. [noskinproblems.com] The presence of minor trauma of the skin in the form of fissures can favor both easier inoculation of some bacterial germs, leading to a dermatitis superinfection, and/or [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Ovarian Cyst On skin biopsy, acanthosis, parakeratosis, orthokeratosis were seen [Figure 6]. No evidence of any associated malignancy was found after thorough workup. [idoj.in] Figure 1: Brittle, hypertrophic nails, longitudinal fissuring, and hypertrophic nail beds Click here to view Figure 2: Brittle, hypertrophic nails, longitudinal fissuring, [idoj.in] Malnutrition […] is described based on the severity of signs as follows: • Mild: Discolouration or a few rough patches • Moderate: Multiple patches arms and/or legs • Severe: Flaking, raw skin [de.slideshare.net] Pale skin Due to iron deficiency. Glossitis ( inflammation of the tongue) Due to severe vitamin B and/or iron deficiency. [dermnetnz.org] […] changes: Dry, peeling skin with raw, exposed areas; hyperpigmented plaques over areas of trauma Nail changes: Fissured or ridged nails Hair changes: Thin, sparse, brittle [emedicine.com] Sexually Transmitted Disease The rashes and fissures of the skin, the snuffles and such-like well-known symptoms in the offspring are characteristic effects of the specific taint; so also the peculiar [en.wikisource.org] cracks or fine linear scars in the skin especially around the mouth and other regions subjected to frequent movement.). [atsu.edu] […] hydrarthrosis of the knee joint), deafness, Hutchinson's teeth (notched and narrow edged permanent incisors), mulberry molars, bone abnormalities (Saddle nose, saber shins, rhagades fissures [atsu.edu] Skin Infection The infection can make the skin between your toes itchy, flaky and red. You may get painful cracks, or fissures, in the skin there. [bupa.co.uk] Stomatitis The upper lip appeared edematous and dry with exaggerated fissures [Figure 1]. [doi.org] On clinical examination, the patient was systemically healthy without any apparent skin lesions. [doi.org] Metabolic Syndrome In addition, they had short neck, abnormal thoracic configuration, wrinkled skin on the hands and abdomen, hepato-splenomegaly and neonatal spontaneous fractures. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] […] delay, hirsutism, large fontanels with delayed closure, and dysmorphic facial features that consist of frontal bossing, prominent eyes, slightly down-slanting palpebral fissures [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Atopy Oatmeal baths (Aveeno and others) may be soothing to itchy, fissured skin although best outcomes will still result from applying moisturizers after rinsing off. [emedicinehealth.com] skin"). [hawaii.edu] skin infections. [hawaii.edu]
