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I've had a dry itchy rash on my knees for several years. what can this be. i've tried everything but want go away?

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Dr. John Despain answered

Psoriasis: Silvery scale on red base? Likely psoriasis. Some over the counter meds help but a derm can diagnose and treat efficiently.

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Answered 4/3/2019

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A member asked:

I've had a dry itchy rash on my knees for several years. what can this be. i've tried everything but want go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Despain answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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