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I Have Type 2 Diabetes With Extremely Dry Skin That
Question: I have type 2 diabetes with extremely dry skin that looks like auditor's underside so ashamed ! What to do ?
Brief Answer:
Use moisturising cream.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
If your skin is dry and thin because you are suffering from diabetes you may need a proper skin care .
Wash your skin with a gentle soap. Dry skin well with a towel . Apply moisturising, hydrating cream on your skin.
If the skin is cracked you may need to use antibacterial cream to prevent it from being infected.
Using vitamin E supplements may help protect your skin.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Use moisturising cream.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.
If your skin is dry and thin because you are suffering from diabetes you may need a proper skin care .
Wash your skin with a gentle soap. Dry skin well with a towel . Apply moisturising, hydrating cream on your skin.
If the skin is cracked you may need to use antibacterial cream to prevent it from being infected.
Using vitamin E supplements may help protect your skin.
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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