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I've been seeing an area on my lower thigh and its getting dry and the skin is getting thick...what should i do? i've been putting vasaline on it but thats it....
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This : This is a bit challenging to answer without a clinical examination. Perhaps it is eczema or maybe psoriasis? Read more about these conditions (pictures) and treatment options at the link below. I hope that helps a little.
Answered 10/3/2016
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