Question 1

i have a dry patch of skin on my chest. is this a concern? i've had it for a while, but never thought anything much of it.

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Dry skin: Dry skin patches are very common, and may be caused by atopic dermatitis (eczema), fungal infections or other inflammatory skin diseases.  Usually they are nothing to worry about.  Try putting some moisturizer or Vaseline on it and show your doctor at your next visit.  If it is growing larger or has different colors, get it looked at sooner.

Question 2

he has a dry patch at his inner thighs been there since i met him it itches him its white, flakey & bleeds. he is a large man & his thighs are close?

Accepted Answer

Skin infection: This could be a kind of skin infection called a yeast infection. This usually starts on warm, moist areas of skin, like under skin folds. It can be treated with creams. I suggest letting a doctor take a look at it first though to verify what kind of rash it might be.

Question 3

what causes an extremely dry patch of skin to develop on the scalp?

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Lots: Several types of inflammation or infection can cause symptoms like this.  See your doctor.

Question 4

hello! i have had a dry patch of skin on my hip, it has been there now for at least two months!

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Rash on Hip: Without seeing the lesion it is almost impossible to make a diagnosis.  This could be eczema which is dry skin and treated with prescription topical cortisone. This could be a fungal infection which is treated with antifungal medication. This could also be an allergic contact dermatitis which is treated with prescription topical cortisone. The allergic agent must be removed.

Question 5

my 4 mo old has a dry patch of skin that's kind of a brownish color. it's quite bumpy. what could this be?

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Possibly a birthmark: These normally are birthmarks composed of either nevus cells or other cells of the dermis which are increased in number.  It should be evaluated by your pediatric dermatologist.

Question 6

i have a knot like bump under my skin in my pubic area that hasn't come to a head so i can pop it for about 4days & today i noticed a dry patch?

Accepted Answer

Possible abscess: where exactly is the dry patch.However, most likely this is a small abscess that you have. Do you get abscess like this often or in other areas?

Question 7

i started shaving the area between my eyebrows a year ago, now i have a dark dry patch there and have to keep shaving it as hair now grows there help!

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Family practice: You might consider laser treatment for hair removal. The cost wouldn't be that much for such o small area. That would give you the best result.

Question 8

my boyfriend has a red dry patch on his side for a month now. it started out dime size and is now a little bigger than a quarter. no itching only one.

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Better description: Really need a better description of this rash. But if it worsens which it seems to have see your doctor for treatment

Question 9

what is a dry patch in the mouth mean?

Accepted Answer

Dry patch in mouth.: Any part of your mouth that is not moist is a concern. It could be as simple as a food allergy or as serious as oral cancer. Although oral cancer is rare it should be taken very seriously. Schedule an appointment with your dentist for an evaluation.

Question 10

what is a red dry patch called on a forehead

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Eczema: It could be a patch of eczema or even an extension of a dry scalp condition call seborrheic dermatitis. Both of these can present with red, dry patches. The treatment for these conditions is usually lotion and topical steroid. For a scalp condition is may include the use of a medication shampoo.

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I have a dry patch of skin on my chest. is this a concern? i've had it for a while, but never thought anything much of it.

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He has a dry patch at his inner thighs been there since i met him it itches him its white, flakey & bleeds. he is a large man & his thighs are close?

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What causes an extremely dry patch of skin to develop on the scalp?

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Hello! i have had a dry patch of skin on my hip, it has been there now for at least two months!

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My 4 mo old has a dry patch of skin that's kind of a brownish color. it's quite bumpy. what could this be?

A member asked:

I have a knot like bump under my skin in my pubic area that hasn't come to a head so i can pop it for about 4days & today i noticed a dry patch?

A member asked:

I started shaving the area between my eyebrows a year ago, now i have a dark dry patch there and have to keep shaving it as hair now grows there help!

A member asked:

My boyfriend has a red dry patch on his side for a month now. it started out dime size and is now a little bigger than a quarter. no itching only one.

A member asked:

What is a dry patch in the mouth mean?

A member asked:

What is a red dry patch called on a forehead

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