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White dry skin behind the ear

2017-09-25 06:43:16
I have been getting white dry skin behind both ears. It's slightly rough to touch. This has been going on for the past 3 months. I apply a moisturizer daily but the dry skin symptoms return, a few hours after application of the moisturizer.
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You may be having Seborrhoeic dermatitis which is common in that area. Please call me and visit my clinic or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice.

Answered2017-09-26 04:43:58

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