| Keratoderma climactericum | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Climacteric keratoderma, Haxthausen's disease, and Acquired plantar keratoderma, |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
Keratoderma climactericum is a skin condition characterized by hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles beginning at about the time of menopause.
Causes
Keratoderma climactericum is either inherited through an abnormal gene, or it is acquired through a change in the health or environment of the individual.
