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What Could Dryness In Hands And Feet After Recovering From Fever Indicate?

I have never had dry skin before, but recently I've developed rough patches on the palms of my hands that crack along the lines in my palms. I keep moisturizing but its been two weeks and nothing has happened. In addition I have the same dry patches on my feet around my toes. I thought it was because I had a fever awhile back and it is the virus coming through my palms- please advise.
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Hi,

It may be post pyretic exfoliation of the skin. Kindly consult the dermatologist.

I would recommend moisturizing cream like liquid paraffin to apply on affected areas. Avoid soap bath. Drink enough water.

I hope this would benefit you.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD
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What Could Dryness In Hands And Feet After Recovering From Fever Indicate?

Hi, It may be post pyretic exfoliation of the skin. Kindly consult the dermatologist. I would recommend moisturizing cream like liquid paraffin to apply on affected areas. Avoid soap bath. Drink enough water. I hope this would benefit you. Thanks. Dr.Ilyas Patel MD