Drying, thickening, and shriveling of the skin, especially that of the external genitalia of a woman (kraurosis vulvae).
Atrophy and dryness of the skin and any mucous membrane, especially of the vulva. The subcutaneous fat of the mons pubis and labia disappears, clitoris and prepuce atrophy, and stenosis of the vaginal orifice is common. Fissures may develop.
A desiccated and withered state affecting a specific area of the body.