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Hands are getting dry
Since last one-two months my hands are getting all dried up and it has become very rough I have applied lotion, alovera gel everything but nothing is working. This has started ever since I started using hand wash more than usual what should I do. Please suggest something. Thank you Doctor.
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Drink adequate water to hydrate yourself
Use Cetaphil cleansing lotion to wash your hands every time as needed
After washing apply Physiogel lotion on affected area three times a day
Can get hydration HA filler treatments done on affected area for smooth soft skin without wrinkles
Fillers for hand rejuvenation give very good long lasting results..
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Don't worry...you are suffering from asteatotic eczema causing dryness... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription.
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This is hand eczema. Please contact me using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment
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Dr. Niraj Jain
Cosmetologist
13 yrs exp
Kolkata
Use less handwash and sanitizers, use good moisturizer every time after handwash
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Dr. Mamta Shah
Cosmetologist
8 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hello,
Your history coincides with duration of covid-19 pandemic where you are using frequent hand sanitizer mostly alcohol based and frequent handeash with soap and water. This leads to dehydrated skin.
As you don't have itching, it doesn't seems like eczema
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Health Tips
- Apply moisturizer every time you wash your hands while they are damp
- Apply a coat of Vaseline after applying moisturizer before going to bed so as to trap the moisture content
- Do use hand creams better than lotions
- Avoid contact with harsh soaps like detergent cake or utensil wash bars
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