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Sometimes i get red itchy bumps on my elbows only. only last a week at the most then goes away. what is this?
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See doctor: Could be eczema, contact dermatitis, ..... A doctor would need to examine you when you have the rash, .
Answered 11/29/2016
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Probably dry skin: Try applying moisturizer on the area immediately after bathing to see if this helps. I suspect that why your elbow rash flares up from time to time is related to dry weather. Try it and let us know whether this works.
Answered 3/25/2014
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