Q. Do you have any idea about the dry skin in my lower legs?

Hello,

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• It is xerosis that is, dry skin. Shins are common sites for xerosis.

• Xerosis can be due to a cold climate, atopic dermatitis or certain other disorders such as hypothyroidism.

I suggest you the following treatment for xerosis. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take treatment with consent.

• Cetaphil restoraderm body wash and Aveeno skin relief moisturizing lotion twice daily.

• Avoid bathing in hot water, keep the bathing time minimum and wear only cotton clothes.

• Also, you can get the following tests done. Serum TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) and random blood sugar.

For further information consult a dermatologist online -->https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist

Same symptoms doesn’t mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Shalini Patodiya

Experience: 15 + Yrs

Dermatology

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