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I got a pink and a bit sore on both of my hand palm, mostly when i use water on it, what could it be? over using it? how can i reduce the swelling?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Irritant: Too much hand washing irritates the skin . Try soap like dove and avoid scented and anti-bacterial ones. Wash hands only when necessary and the apply a moisturizer immediately after and see it this helps. (wearing non-latex gloves can only reduce water contact).

Answered 12/19/2013

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A member asked:

I got a pink and a bit sore on both of my hand palm, mostly when i use water on it, what could it be? over using it? how can i reduce the swelling?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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