asteatosis

/ˌæstiːtəˈɒsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition of dryness of the skin, especially the skin of the feet, resulting from various causes such as diabetes or peripheral neuropathy.

“The patient was diagnosed with asteatosis due to her diabetes, which caused dry and cracked skin on her feet.”

Synonyms

  • dermatitis
  • xerosis

Antonyms

  • hydrosis
  • moisturization