Lamellar Ichthyosis with Rickets

Lamellar ichthyosis (li) is a rare genetic disorder with autosomal recessive inheritance. it is equally seen in both sexes and usually manifests at birth. the child presents as a collodion baby. the erythema is minimal or absent; but when present, it is maximum on the face. the scaling is generalized, accentuated on lower extremities and flexural areas. rickets is a condition in which there is softening of bones leading to fractures and deformities. it is caused by vitamin d deficiency & lack of adequate calcium in diet. children, 6 to 24 months of age, are at a higher risk due to rapidly growing bones. the association between various types of ichthyoses and rickets is well documented. we report a case of lamellar ichthyosis with rickets in a 14-year-old girl from our part of the world.