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A member asked:
I've got scabby, flaky , itchy scalp , itchy and dry lips , what's wrong with me?
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Dermatitis: You sound like you have a body-wide skin condition which needs evaluation by a dermatologist. Your treatment options may range from oral hydration and topical salves to oral medication to get the skin in better order.
Answered 2/10/2014
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