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Ichthyosis Vulgaris
How to treat Ichthyosis type of scaly skin in my legs in winter? I use body oil three times a day. Still, there are the marks.
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Go for petrolatum or petroleum jelly or coal tar products.
Aveeno eczema cream also works.
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don't bathe in extremely hot water.
moisturize within 3 minutes of shower.
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Dr. Pathuri Ram Sushruth
Hair Transplant Surgeon
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Treatment will depend on the severity. Sometimes moisturizers will be sufficient but if severe we have to give oral medication. Take personal consultation to get best results
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