In an interview with Gazeta.ru, the doctor stated that the cold weather in autumn and winter exacerbates certain chronic skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and atopic dermatitis. She noted that lower temperatures, shorter days, and reduced sunlight affect the production of vitamin D and neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which can lead to mood swings, drowsiness, and seasonal affective disorder, as well as worsening chronic skin problems.
She explained that increased humidity and wearing woolen or synthetic fiber clothing can exacerbate dry, cracked, and peeling skin, noting that treatment includes the use of topical corticosteroids and moisturizing creams, and avoiding contact with irritating fabrics.
She added that psoriasis also worsens in cold weather, with the appearance of scaly red plaques accompanied by redness and itching. In these cases, it is advised to wear loose clothing, moisturize the skin, avoid bathing with hot water, and use topical steroids and sometimes phototherapy.
Atopic dermatitis also appears with a decrease in temperature, accompanied by dryness, itching and redness, and is treated with topical corticosteroids, calcineurin inhibitors, along with moisturizing creams and ointments.
