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Dryness and dark marks/patches on hands
There is too much of dark patches on my hands due to dryness.. As I am mother of 2 year old, I frequently use hand sanitizer and wash my hands often, due to this I have dryness and dark patches on my hands.. Please prescribe me some medication and oblige.. Thank you.
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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 detailed prescription
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Moisturise your hands properly, there appears to be dryness.
Use mild hand wash.
Use hand cream after sanitizer application.
Consult online for a better evaluation and product prescription.
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Knuckle pigmentation particularly suggests vit B12 deficiency. Also provide clear photos of your forearms .
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consult online with me for detailed prescription and guidance.
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Consume non veg food particularly meat liver, fish etc
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