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Tight, damaged and flaky skin on hands
Due to having a COVID patient in the house recently, I've had to wash my hands very often (at least 50 times a day). Now, the skin on the back of my hands has become darkened, tight and flaky. There are numerous cuts and scratches on the skin as well. Even flexing fingers is difficult and applying moisturizer burns.
The skin has started to come off in balls when hands are wet.
I do have sensitive skin - flushes easily and dries quickly.
I've attached a picture for reference. Please let me know if this is something I should worry about.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from allergic contact 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. Atika Agrawal
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Indore
Hello dear,
What you have is a kind of dry skin problem on your hands. You need to start a proper treatment for it for complete cure
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Always apply a moisturiser after washing your hands or using a hand sanitiser
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Dr. Vivek Muthukumarasamy
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Coimbatore
It's an eczema.... kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment
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