A member asked:

On my girlfriend there are small patches of what she believes to be dry or dead skin.they are on her arms, and back.she says they do not itch or her.

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DRY SKIN: If it is only patches of dry skin, she can use any over the counter moiturisur.And if it does not get better she should consult her doctor or a dermatologist.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Robert Grieco answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Psoriasis: You haven't given too much to go on but dry white skin patches that don't itch could be psoriasis, but there are many other things it could be. Is it a problem for her? If so she can have it checked out by her doctor. If it is not a problem, then it is not a problem.

Answered 2/3/2014

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