Peeling fingers may be a symptom of vitamin A toxicity, and it is important to understand how to properly use vitamin A supplements to avoid this condition.
Disease description:
A 6-year-old girl is experiencing peeling skin on her fingers, suspected to be related to vitamin A toxicity. I would like to ask how to properly use vitamin A supplements.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Wenmin
Peeling fingers may be caused by dryness, eczema, fungal infections, or deficiencies or excesses of certain nutrients. Excessive intake of vitamin A can lead to hypervitaminosis A, with symptoms including dry, scaly skin, headache, and bone pain. Long-term excessive intake may also cause liver damage.
If diagnosed with peeling skin caused by vitamin A deficiency, appropriate vitamin A supplementation is recommended, while being careful to avoid excess intake. If diagnosed with hypervitaminosis A, vitamin A supplements should be discontinued immediately, and consumption of foods rich in vitamin A should be reduced.
Regardless of the cause of skin peeling, proper hand skin care should be maintained. Avoid excessive hand washing, and use mild hand soap and moisturizing cream.
