I Have Type 2 Diabetes With Extremely Dry Skin That

Posted on Wed, 22 Jan 2020

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Question : I have type 2 diabetes with extremely dry skin that looks like auditor's underside so ashamed ! What to do ?

Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)

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.

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