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What Causes Dry Patch Of Skin Below Knee?
for a couple years I have had a dry patch of skin (red) below my right knee that does not itch. I have tried cortisone creams, bacitracin, and plain cream. Nothing helps. I have noticed that I now am starting a dry patch on my abdomen. I have pre-diabetis (reactive hypoglycemia). Is this something I should be concerned about?
Tue, 5 Dec 2017
Hi.
As per your case history of dry skin.
My treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply an emollient cream like Enmoist cream twice daily on it.
3. Take a vitamin A supplement once daily for 3 months.
If problem persists then consult a dermatologist.
Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
As per your case history of dry skin.
My treatment advice is -
1. Don't scratch the lesion as it may worsen the condition.
2. Apply an emollient cream like Enmoist cream twice daily on it.
3. Take a vitamin A supplement once daily for 3 months.
If problem persists then consult a dermatologist.
Thanks.
Dr. Harshit bhachech.
MBBS, DDVL.
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