Gran has flaky skin now blistering.

[JayBineagle]

Hi there,

My grandmother has had very dry skin. It flakes in constant patches across her body with each flake measuring from 2-3cm.

Around her neck and chest the skin has started to blacken.

We've been to many doctors and dermatologists all have given no clear response as to what the condition is.

Recently, one of the areas on her leg has blistered. It began by showing as a small red spot around 3cm diameter.  It grew rapidly daily and blistered and is now around 10cm diameter.

She's been to hospital and had biopsy, they've said it may be cancerous and now are conducting further tests. A second similar blister has started.

Our concern is that if the drying skin condition is leading to the cancer from forming, is it possible to prevent any further flaking of skin?

I can forward pictures of the flaking skin condition if someone believes they can help.

All dermatologists so far have been unable to recognise the condition.

Thanks, any help is very much appreciated.

Jay