Tips — psoriasis

  Cracked skin may be caused by a number of medical conditions. You should consult your health-care professional to understand if these or other conditions may be the root of your skin issue. Some of these conditions include:  Anhidrosis (reduced or loss of sweating) is often related to diabetes Dermatitis (skin inflammation which has many causes) Diabetic neuropathy (nerve damage caused by high blood sugar levels in diabetics) Eczema (itching, scaling skin) Hypothyroidism (under-active thyroid) Psoriasis (skin condition that causes itchy and sore patches of thick, red skin with scales)