Question 1

incredibly dry peeling skin on face?

Accepted Answer

Add moisturizer: oral vitamin E, and see dermatologist if not improving

Question 2

can i pick off my babys peeling skin?

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No: Not necessary to do so, with moisturizers, the dead skin will come off by itself.

Question 3

what's a good way to cure dry peeling skin?

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Happy Skin: Skin is the major protection of our delicate internal tissues from a harsh environment, it is susceptible to injury itself. Sun, shaving and many chemicals  are very irritating as well as constant exposure to moisture reduces protective skin oils and sets the skin up for injury.  The trick is to  apply good protective skin cream frequently and minimize ongoing damage.  Clean it using gentle means.

Question 4

what are some ways to stop skin peeling after sunburn?

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Simple Care: Sunburn is response of the tissues to injury from solar radiation. It is simply inflammation which means increase blood flow to the area to promote healing. Do not use ice as this can injure already injured skin. Cool water soaks can help as can taking anti-inflammation medicines like Motrin or advil (ibuprofen). Avoid any further damage as this can cause scarring . Good skin cream applied daily/gently helps.

Question 5

why is my skin peeling after surgery?

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More Information: It depends on where you are experiencing this problem. Most times, i find my patients have peeling around the incision site where surgical glue has been applied. This is actually the glue that is peeling off, and not the skin. Other times, the skin is peeling due to a reaction to the tape. Removing the tape and keeping the area clean and dry will help.

Please see your surgeon as soon as possible.

Question 6

is peeling skin normal after a sunburn?

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Sunburn: Sunburn damages the skin. So. Yes, absolutely.

Question 7

how to treat skin peeling after sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Lotion: Use a good moisturizing lotion.

Question 8

why is skin peeling around my spider bite?

Accepted Answer

Resolving: As the skin repairs itself the damaged skin will peel away and the color will lighten. This is a good skin if there is no swelling or heat associated with the bite.

Question 9

what could cause skin peeling from my forehead?

Accepted Answer

Irritant or Allergen: Skin peeling of the face is usually due to an allergy or nonspecific irritation due to a topical cream or shampoo that is being applied.

Question 10

what is the layer of skin peeling off my tongue?

Accepted Answer

Skin peeling : Skin peeling off tongue can be due to recent burned tongue, trauma. There are few rare issues that can cause this. Consult with us to determine if you need further evaluation.

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