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Treatment resistant hand eczema. creams are not working, and skin on fingers is very thick, i am ashamed of my hands and hide them in public now!

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Dr. Ronald Krauser
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Rheumatology 54 years experience
See details: New data suggests eczema is caused by a substance secreted by staph bacteria found on your skin. See a dermatologist again and discuss treatment options.
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