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Acral peeling skin syndrome is a genetic skin disorder characterized by painless peeling of the top layer of skin. It is an autosomal recessive disorder characterized by lifelong peeling of the stratum corneum, and may be associated with pruritus, short stature, and anagen hair.
"Acral" refers to the fact that the peeling of the skin is most noticeable on the hands and feet of this state.†

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