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Dry, Flaky Skin Above Butt. Should I Meet A Doctor? Suggestions?
Dry, flaky patch of skin on lower back above butt, not itchy. Treatment required?
I ve had a dry, light to medium brown, flakey, patch of skin on my lower back just above my butt cheeks for about a month now. It s not itchy or irritated, about a quarter inch wide and about 1.5 inches long. Just feels like extremely dry skin . Never had a problem with dry skin before. Should I attempt to treat or see doctor?
I ve had a dry, light to medium brown, flakey, patch of skin on my lower back just above my butt cheeks for about a month now. It s not itchy or irritated, about a quarter inch wide and about 1.5 inches long. Just feels like extremely dry skin . Never had a problem with dry skin before. Should I attempt to treat or see doctor?
Wed, 17 Jul 2013
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Dry flaky patch since 1 month even though not itching or causing any inconvenience definitely requires a check by a dermatologist.
Do you have any change in soap, detergents shampoo, garments material etc. Any family history of skin allergies?
Even though most of the times it is harmless it is always better to get examined and rule out any rare skin problem (eczema, dermatitis etc.)
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Bye. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Naveen Kumar
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Dry flaky patch since 1 month even though not itching or causing any inconvenience definitely requires a check by a dermatologist.
Do you have any change in soap, detergents shampoo, garments material etc. Any family history of skin allergies?
Even though most of the times it is harmless it is always better to get examined and rule out any rare skin problem (eczema, dermatitis etc.)
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Bye. Take care.
Regards,
Dr. Naveen Kumar
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