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Noticed A Dry Patch On The Upper Part Of The Ankle
i have a very dry patch of skin on the upper part of my ankle. Steroid creams did not work, if its touched I get a raw nerve feeling that is very uncomfortable. If i massage lotion into it my to small toes can go numb for a period of time that can last for a few hours.
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
Hello,
If the steroid creams fails, you can try intra lesional steroids. In severe cases dermabrasions may be tried.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
If the steroid creams fails, you can try intra lesional steroids. In severe cases dermabrasions may be tried.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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