Why are my fingers pruney or wrinkled? Why Does My Skin Get Wrinkly in Water? Why are my fingers pruney or wrinkled? Last reviewed Wed 8 August 2018 By Claire Sissons Reviewed by Carissa Stephens, RN, CCRN, CPN Cited from: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322705.php Causes Conditions When to see a doctor Treatment and prevention The skin on the fingers can become wrinkly or "pruney" when soaked in water. Pruney fingers may serve an evolutionary role, helping people grip wet objects or objects in water. If wrinkly fingers happen without being submerged in water, it could be a sign of a medical problem. The skin on human fingers and toes is known as glabrous, meaning it is smooth and hairless. When it has been in contact with water for a long time, the glabrous skin on the fingers can look like a prune. Most people are likely to know the common experience of pruney figures after a long bath, swimming, or washing dishe...
