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I've had dry looking skin on a knuckle on my right hand i put lotion on it and it seems to not go away i am starting to get worried it might be psoriasis and that it can potentially spread. ?

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Dr. Joseph Eastern answered

Many possibilities.: There is no way to know what it is without looking at it. If it persists or worsens, let a dermatologist look at it, make a proper diagnosis, and prescribe appropriate treatment.

Answered 9/18/2014

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A member asked:

I've had dry looking skin on a knuckle on my right hand i put lotion on it and it seems to not go away i am starting to get worried it might be psoriasis and that it can potentially spread. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joseph Eastern answered

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