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Rashes in ankle
Hi. I had a small dry skin on my right leg ankle. Gradually it started increasing since it was very itchy and now in 6 months time it has increased so much. Initially I thought it was just dry skin, but even after applying moisturizer and Momate F cream. Can you please suggestsuggest since it is very itchy.
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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 detailed prescription
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. You have chronic eczema. Please consult online for its treatment
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Dr. Geoffrey Vaz
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Mumbai
This is a Lichenified Eczema. It means the skin has become thickened and leathery. This often results from continuously rubbing or scratching the skin. Chronic irritation due to conditions such as eczema can cause lichenified skin. Moisturizers and topical steroids are usually used to treat lichenified skin. Injections r also available to redu e the thickness a d itching. Consult with a Dermatologist for the same.
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