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Dark patches on the forearms

2017-10-20 06:02:33
My mother got this problem 2 years back. This wasn't taken seriously earlier but it seems to be growing now. It doesn't cause any irritation but it exists. Extra information: She was once donated blood because her blood levels dropped 4 years back.
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She is suffering from xerosis.. Icthyosis vulgaris..do direct online consultation for detailed information and prescription

Answered2017-10-21 06:07:51

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