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My ten year-old son has slit marks on both his heels. what should i do to help him?
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Slit marks?: Not certain what you mean by this. If you mean crack in skin known as a fissure, you can try moisturizing cream with socks and comfortable closed heel shoes. If persists, see podiatrist.
Answered 11/15/2012
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