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My hands especially during the winter months are cracked and bleeding and are itchy, they are very painful. what can i do to stop this? is it eczema

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

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Keep hands dry: No excessive washing, bathing and luke warm is better than hot water.Steroid creams can help but may need dermatologists help if severe. Good luck.

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Answered 12/19/2013

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A member asked:

My hands especially during the winter months are cracked and bleeding and are itchy, they are very painful. what can i do to stop this? is it eczema

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr Petruska agreed

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