Question 1

i sometimes get round or oval shaped patches of dry skin on my arms or legs. most times they go away within a week to a couple months. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Eczema: You may have a skin condition called atopic dermatitis ( eczema).

Question 2

what does an hiv rash look like? i've developed red/pink dry skin patches (kind of in a circular shape) on my outer and back legs as well as my side hips/muffin top area. it does itch a little bit?

Accepted Answer

: First and maybe most important, a rash is never the only symptom of a new HIV infection. If you don't also have sore throat, fever, or enlarged lymph nodes, you can be quite sure the rash isn't due to HIV. Also, the typical appearance isn't at all ike you describe:  typically it's painless, non-itch red spots mostly on the trunk. Regardless of symptoms, have an HIV blood test if possibly at risk.

Question 3

i have raised patches of dry skin that first appeared on the right side neck, then a little on  left, then a patch on inside of right elbow that went away by itself, then one between my breasts and every so often i see small bumps on legs, no itch?

Accepted Answer

Such might be eczema: Rashes are hard to visualize, so an exam is needed, either in-person or on video. If it is mild eczema, many people use hydrocortisone cream twice a day for 5-10 days as it is inexpensive, found at most stores, and works well. A daily moisturizing cream (Cetaphil, CeraVe, Eucerin, etc...) used 2-4 times a day helps resolve eczema and to prevent return of dry patches. A doctor can help.

Question 4

white dry skin patches in my body. itches a lot.patches have significant outer reddish boundary.keeps spreading.started from inner thigh.what to do?

Accepted Answer

Moisturiser: If the skin is dry keep it moist and see.Keep a humidifier.

Question 5

increasing dry skin on eyelids/hands, i work long night shifts and am concerned it might be a diet deficiency.  also have red raised patch behind knee?

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: is the best doc to see, especially because of the red raised patch behind knee.  In general, lubricate from the inside w/olive oil, coconut oil, fish oil, vitamin e, etc.  Avoid skin lotions that contain alcohol because it is drying.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

what is a circle of dry skin on leg?

Accepted Answer

Dry leg skin: Most commonly an itchy circular patch of dry skin is nummular eczema.  Other possibilities are psoriasis and ringworm (fungal infection).  There are some more rare causes, but evaluation by a dermatologist would be quick and get you the correct treatment for what you have.

Question 7

i have dry skin on my legs.please suggest an unharmful moisturiser?

Accepted Answer

Vaseline Intensive c: Vaseline intensive care is available over the counter, is not expensive and is quite effective.

Question 8

i have these dry circles of dry skin on my legs. just wondering if its worth a trip to the drs?

Accepted Answer

Rash: There are different causes of a rash that you describe.  It could be tinea ( fungus), nummular eczema, actinic porokeratosis  (less like because of your age) , xerosis, to mention a few. It is worthwhile to see a dermatologist for a definitive diagnosis.

Question 9

does dry skin rashes follow the vains up the leg?

Accepted Answer

Yes: So called "venous eczema" are skin changes that can overlie varicose veins, and are due to the underlying venous hypertension. They can be moisturized, and should get better with compression, or if you have surgery on your veins.

Question 10

what should i do to get rid of my deep dry skin on my leg?

Accepted Answer

Ceramide Lotions: Shower less than 5 minutes and use luke warm water.  Use a soap free cleanser.  Daily application of a fragrance-free, oil-free moisturizing lotion (cerave) will promote normal desquamation and exfoliation of the epidermis.  In addition, it contains ceramide that will reduce insensible water loss and enhance the barrier function and epidermal and dermal water content.

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I sometimes get round or oval shaped patches of dry skin on my arms or legs. most times they go away within a week to a couple months. any ideas?

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What does an hiv rash look like? i've developed red/pink dry skin patches (kind of in a circular shape) on my outer and back legs as well as my side hips/muffin top area. it does itch a little bit?

A member asked:

I have raised patches of dry skin that first appeared on the right side neck, then a little on left, then a patch on inside of right elbow that went away by itself, then one between my breasts and every so often i see small bumps on legs, no itch?

A member asked:

White dry skin patches in my body. itches a lot.patches have significant outer reddish boundary.keeps spreading.started from inner thigh.what to do?

A member asked:

Increasing dry skin on eyelids/hands, i work long night shifts and am concerned it might be a diet deficiency. also have red raised patch behind knee?

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What is a circle of dry skin on leg?

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I have dry skin on my legs.please suggest an unharmful moisturiser?

A member asked:

I have these dry circles of dry skin on my legs. just wondering if its worth a trip to the drs?

A member asked:

Does dry skin rashes follow the vains up the leg?

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What should i do to get rid of my deep dry skin on my leg?

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