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Hands are very sore, dry and cracked. what treatment do i use as some cream have been linked with cancer so i am scared to use them?
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No creams linked to: I do not know any creams are linked to cancer. So you can use any moisturizing cream which might help your skin.otherwise go see a dermatologist to check your skin and help you.
Answered 3/2/2021
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