A member asked:

Female cousin born with scaly skin except face. seen many doc's and used many cremes.now 18 and still problem. what is it and can u help?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Ichthyosis vulgaris: It sounds like your cousin has a chronic skin disease known as ivhthyosis vulgaris. Treatment can be difficult. I would suggest she try virgin coconut oil. Good luck.

Answered 5/2/2013

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