What does it mean when the skin on your hands peels?

The causes of peeling skin on the hands are relatively complex and mainly include the following aspects: 1. **Disease-related factors**: Conditions such as hand eczema, skin infections (e.g., tinea manuum), immune system disorders (e.g., psoriasis), cancer, and endocrine or metabolic diseases may cause symptoms such as redness, burning sensation, and peeling of the skin on the hands. 2. **Physiological factors**: Prolonged or severe dehydration of the body, or excessive use of products containing chemical ingredients such as hand sanitizers, may damage the lipid barrier on the skin surface, increasing the likelihood of skin peeling on the hands. 3. **Medication factors**: Certain topical medications may trigger allergic reactions leading to peeling skin, such as methylprednisolone and betamethasone. 4. **Genetic factors**: Peeling skin syndrome is a rare skin disorder, and patients may inherit the condition through certain genetic traits. 5. **Environmental factors**: Insect bites, or living or working in excessively dry or hot environments may also lead to peeling skin on the hands. Treatment and prevention strategies for hand peeling should be based on the specific cause. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention when symptoms occur in order to receive targeted treatment.