Pachydermia

Brief overview What is pachyderma? Thickened, hardened skin or mucous membrane. Treatment: Treatment depends on the trigger of the skin thickening. Applied treatments include creams, tinctures, ointments and medications. Causes: Enlarged skin cells caused by skin irritation (e.g., friction or pressure) and/or disease (e.g., atopic dermatitis). Diagnosis: Discussion with the doctor, physical examination (measurement of … What is pachydermia?