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What can i use to get rid of super dry irrating itchy legs ? ive taken levocetirizine but it dosent help much. ive also tried many lotions and soaps.

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Dry skin: time to see your doctor or a dermatologist when home remedies quit working. A water softener may also be helpful if you are in an area with hard water.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/16/2014

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A member asked:

What can i use to get rid of super dry irrating itchy legs ? ive taken levocetirizine but it dosent help much. ive also tried many lotions and soaps.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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