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I have a scaly patch of skin on my ankle/foot. it's small (1 inch) and it doesn't itch, but it's annoying and darker than the rest of my skin.

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

You can try...: A mild steroid cream like Cortaid (hydrocortisone) and see if that helps... If not, see a podiatrist or dermatologist.

Answered 8/8/2017

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Eczyma: Dry scaley area, try using a good moisturizing lotion.

Answered 11/25/2013

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A member asked:

I have a scaly patch of skin on my ankle/foot. it's small (1 inch) and it doesn't itch, but it's annoying and darker than the rest of my skin.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. David Hettinger answered

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

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