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I have red itchy spots on left and right elbow creases. What is the cause of this and its treatment.

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Hi! Thanks for your query. You appear to be having some allergic reaction or heat boils. ...  Read More

Actually I am having dry and flacky skin on my elbow which sometimes is itchy . I have it since many years.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Red rashes on crease of elbow for last 2 days and slight persistent itching & burning sensation. Found only on one hand..

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Hello dear. This is eczema. Could be due to allergy, insect bite etc. Apply cream Fucibet twice daily for 3-4 days. If it persists, then consult online ...  Read More

The skin around my elbows are very dry, and there are even some calluses. I have applied moisturizer regularly but to no avail. Could you please recommend some heavier medication? This dry skin is making me lose confidence, and I want them to heal quickly.

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You are suffering from psoriasis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and treatm ...  Read More

After overusing a menthol-based oil to treat a herpes outbreak, I noticed that, at the crease of my clitoral hood (where the outbreak was), there was some loose skin forming a two-tined fork. The area was also extremely dry, very red, and rather sore. When I passed my finger over it, I could move the loose skin up and down (still can). I stopped u

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My baby is 10 week old and has rashes in creases of arms, legs, neck and armpits. I used candid cream twice a day but it wouldn't go away even after 4 weeks. Rash is reddish initially, skin becomes wrinkly and dry and then it peels off. Rashes I'll again return in the same place. I have been using cotton clothes and keeping baby cool so he wouldn't

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Best will be that doctor sees the rash by himself..it will difficult to diagnose without seeing..please visit nearby pediatrician ...  Read More

My elbows are scaley and dry.. What may be the problem?? I use oil for the dryness but nothin works..

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Venusia Max lotion or Cetaphil lotion or Aquasoft lotion or Episoft lotion can be used if it is just routine dryness. however an examination would be needed to make sure there is no other coexisting c ...  Read More

Dry skin around vaginal area, on front of mon pubis and in creases, red and itchy and dry and awful

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Fungal infection or Ring worm.. when occurs in groin, called as jock itch.. Usually fungal infection is common in moist areas of body like skin folds..It's mostly circular or round in appearance.. May ...  Read More

I have dry and itchy elbows and it's increasing every day. I don't know what's wrong with me my skin is getting dry than usual but elbow is getting out of control. I am applying cotaryl moisturizer and coconut oil 3-4 times a day . Excessive dry skin is my concern.

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To diagnose ur skin condition proper history, clinical images are required. Please do consult online, so that i can diagnose it correctly and provide treatment appropriately. ...  Read More

Dear sir/madam, I am having this skin problem at my elbow. The skin has become really dry and it is itchy. Kidnly suggest any medicine for the same. I have attached the pictures for your reference. Thank you

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Looks like psoriasis. Please see a nearby Dermatologist. Apply plain coconut oil. Dont peel or try to remove the dry skin.. Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia DNB Dermatologist Skin Nurture Clinics Mumbai. ...  Read More

Today I have notice a white dry skin in my right elbow area where I have tattoos but tattoos are old it not related with it as I know I have seen this today I am attaching picture here it's not itching or anything

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It could be just skin dryness Apply a moisturiser liberally multiple times a day If it doesn’t resolve, consult directly ...  Read More

I have severe elbows itching applying moisturizer but not at all use what should be do and I am suffering from dry skin around elbows

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Can share photos sometimes eczema may be cause and u have to change soap and moisturiser also better to see personally or photos ...  Read More

From past 15 days I'm having itching on my elbow Now skin has became rough I'm attaching the picture and let me know wat it this and treatment

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Take proper treatment. ...  Read More

I noticed this in my ear. I had come to know that earlobe crease is linked with heart issues. Is this a crease and is anything to be concerned of?

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

From last 1 month have itchy elbows and left side of stomach is itching. Skin has become dry. Got rash also

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You can consult for this… pics are required ...  Read More

Hello! I recently discovered that there's a correlation between an earlobe crease known as the Frank's sign and heart diseases. I was wondering if the crease on my left year is similar and something that I need to get checked. Please help, thank you so much. (Attached pictures)

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Yes there is an association. But you don't seem to have crease. ...  Read More

Hey doc, My sister in law used to have a very bright complex. Her skin was like white skin but from past few years her skin colour at getting darkens. Also her knees and elbows and other joints like ankle etc are too dark. Anything to help with this?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

Respected dr, My elbow skin is becoming dry and it has formed a patch that itches very badly. I have shared my picture . Please tell me what is it and what to do? Thanking you in advance.

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Looks like allergy Kindly do online consultation and discuss in detail ...  Read More

Hey Doctor I don't know why one of my elbows have become like this. I don't know how this happened. The skin looks burnt. It has darkened and sometimes it pains (irritates)too. please tell me what should I do?

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This could be psoriasis get a consultation it’s treatable ...  Read More

Hello Doctor. I am a 35 yrs old female. I have very dark skin color in my neck and elbows. Tried so many home treatments, but nothing could lighten the skin. Please suggest what should I do. Photo of my neck and elbow is attached .

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Don't worry...you are suffering from acanthosis nigricans causing this darkness.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for d ...  Read More

Elbow itching and skin became black of that area. I am using ointment but it does not work.black spot is spreading.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from eczematous dermatitis causing this problem... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for ...  Read More

Hi Doc, I hav combination skin... I am suffering with whiteheads on chin and nose creases, plz suggest me a good scrub/facewash/soap to get rid of these stubborn whiteheads...

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Salicylic acid face wash ...  Read More

There is dryness and some infection mark on my elbow. Currently I am applying quardidrum on them. But how do I permanently cure it. It occasionally happens after every 3-4 months.

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Is it only on one elbow? Knee? Scalp ??.need to know the details for proper management.pls do online consultation with a dermatologist with good photographs. ...  Read More

I have a new skin rash in the elbow this happens with eating nut and whole grains Is there any treatment for it

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Slight eczema is there. Please contact me by online consultation for proper examination diagnosis and treatment. ...  Read More

I am suffering from skin allergy on both hand elbows and leg elbows. Allergy is like small small water bubble type at elbows. Night time I am getting more itching that place. I am having thyroid problem. I would like to know what could be reason for my allergy. Please share me what precautions I can take care get away from this problem. Your detail

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing blisters.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescri ...  Read More

My elbows are getting really dry since quite some time and has started to create some sort of crust on it. I have tried using petroleum jelly but it doesn't help. Need help now.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing dryness and crust over elbow.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Solid pockets on elbow skin which are non itchy Should i consult to doctor or it is a general disorder

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You are suffering from allergic dermatitis causing this.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send morephotos of the affected area, by dir ...  Read More

Hi, iam suffering with dryness/ flaky skin on nose creases and corners of mouth. ...can u suggest OTC medicine for the above problem...

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing flakes around nose.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected ...  Read More

Suffering from rashes on skin above elbow from long time it's getting more black while scratching some time blood also coming..

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You are suffering from atopic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation for prescription ...  Read More

There is a thick skin collection on my elbow. this was because i met with an accident last year.after the brown skin the new slin here become thick..can you please tell me the relevant solution for thia.

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It's hypertrophic scar.. Undergo intralesional medication.. Otherwise few cream also available.. Contact me for treatment ...  Read More

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