Peeling skin on hands every June
Jun 01, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Wan
Introduction
Peeling skin on the hands every June may be caused by physiological factors, or by pathological conditions such as dyshidrotic eczema or contact dermatitis. It can be improved through general treatments or medication. Additionally, it might also result from other conditions like eczema, exfoliative keratolysis, or tinea manuum, in which case timely medical consultation at a hospital is necessary to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment.
Peeling skin on the hands every June may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from pathological conditions such as dyshidrotic eczema or contact dermatitis. The condition can be improved through general management or medical treatments. Specific analyses are as follows:
1. Physiological Factors
In June, the weather is typically hot. When the skin on the hands lacks sufficient moisture, it may become locally dry and begin to peel. This is usually a normal phenomenon that does not require special treatment. Maintaining good hand hygiene and avoiding frequent washing with irritating cleansers are recommended.
2. Pathological Factors
1) Dyshidrotic Eczema
Dyshidrotic eczema may be associated with psychological stress, allergies, or nervous system dysfunction. It primarily presents as small, deep-seated blisters that are densely distributed and may also be accompanied by peeling skin. Patients may use medications such as triamcinolone acetonide/econazole cream, urea ointment, or tacrolimus ointment under medical supervision.
2) Contact Dermatitis
If the skin on the hands comes into contact with irritating or allergenic substances—such as laundry detergent—an inflammatory reaction may occur at the contact site, leading to skin peeling. Patients can use medications such as halometasone cream, compound flumetasone ointment, or compound acetic acid dexamethasone cream as directed by a physician.
In addition to the above, conditions such as eczema, exfoliative keratolysis, or tinea manuum (fungal infection of the hands) may also cause peeling. It is important to seek timely medical evaluation to determine the underlying cause and initiate appropriate treatment.
