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Hi! my mom has been experiencing skin peeling of feet and fingertips for about 2 mo's. they get razor sharp hard and leaves painful red area. help pls?

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Dr. Barry Resnik answered

Scaly feet: It could be anything from foot fungus to psoriasis. Go see your dermatologist!

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 2/7/2014

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