intravenous pyelography (IVP) a radiographic technique for examining the structure and function of the urinary system. A contrast medium is injected intravenously, and serial x-ray films are taken as the medium is cleared from the blood by the kidneys.
Frequently this is caused by undiagnosed scalp dandruff that is causing problems downstream on the face. Dandruff can be located in areas of the body with hair follicles. It is most typically found on the scalp, ears, face, and middle of the chest. Seborrhea is not seen on the palms and soles where there are no hair follicles. Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 8/13/2015.
But sometimes, dry skin on the ears can be the result of a more serious condition. Read on to learn what causes dry skin on your earsâand what you can do to take care of it. The causes: Seborrheic dermatitis and sunburn. Dry skin can occur on the ear or in the ear canal. It's usually the result of a condition known as seborrheic dermatitis, says Jody Levine, M.D., assistant clinical instructor of dermatology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City. The cause of seborrheic dermatitis is complex, she says.