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I'm 28 and recently had all clean bloodwork/cholesterol/ekg. hair follicles on my arms & legs randomly peel away and scab over. one per week. why?

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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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