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Skin Allergy from 4 yrs
Dry skin keeps coming out from palm and
sides and knees. Lot of itching happens. It never goes away. Had oral medicine which fixes it. But once stop taking medicine, it comes back. Seems same started happening to me on my knees. Could you let me know what's causing this and how to fix it?
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Dr. Sonal Chavan
Dermatologist
17 yrs exp
Pune
This could be due to senile xerosis.with age water content of skin starts depleting giving rise to allergies and itching.kindky send an image and consult online for further treatment
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Dr. J Prasad
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
A condition called xerosis need more details.
Observe elbows too. Requires early treatment.
Consult me online.pic required.
Next Steps
Apply Moisturiser daily .
Moisturising soap.
Health Tips
Drink plenty of water
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