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2022-12-16 16:34:55
Hii, I am diabetic patient type 2 and I regularly check me blood sugar level it is ok but since the winter start and when I came back to home at night after work when I change clothes I feel itching and dryness from last 2 or 3 days, when I use body lotion or coconut oil I get relief, can you please tell is it normal??
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Can help you, kindly provide me detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2022-12-19 11:00:08

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It's normal due to winter and clothes worn for whole day makes your skin more dry .apply moisturizer in morning and before sleep . Hydrate yourself

Answered2022-12-17 06:11:41

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult.

Answered2022-12-17 04:00:24

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Kindly discuss for your concern

Answered2022-12-17 03:35:14

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Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can consult me through this app - Dr Hemanth Patakamuri Civil assistant surgeon and Family physician Experienced in online health care

Answered2022-12-17 03:31:21

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Dryness and itching are common during the winter and diabetics do find it frequently.Application of olive oil , coconut oil or Cetaphil moisturizing cream will be of benefit.

Answered2022-12-17 02:55:22

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It's dry skin
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apply moisturizer

Answered2022-12-17 02:50:33

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I understood your concern  and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can help you better.book a time slot as per your convenience for consultation.

Answered2022-12-17 01:31:02

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Not to worry much Apply Vaseline

Answered2022-12-16 17:53:04

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Dryness Use coconut oil or liquid paraffin

Answered2022-12-16 17:24:17

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It's normal in winter It may be due to dryness Drink plenty of water Use any moisturizer along with aloe vera gel

Answered2022-12-17 04:45:17

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Dry and itchy skin is conmon in winters, more so in persons with Diabetes.To control,you may do thefollowing 1.use a fragrance free moisturizer,coconut oil works very well. 2.improve circulation, by being physically active throughout the day. Take care

Answered2022-12-17 01:15:07

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It’s very common in winter Dryness
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Use moisturiser or coconut oil

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No problem, connect with a call for details discussion regarding the disease and it's management

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It's very common.
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moisturizer and liquid paraffin application will provide relief

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Yes Its normal Use parachute cococnut oil Best in winters for dry skin

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