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A member asked:

I have dry, scaly, white circular patches on the tops of my feet near the ankles. they are not red or itchy. appear at various times in the year.?

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It is always: Difficult to make a diagnosis without seeing a dermatological condition. Having said that, i would try moisturizing the skin. There are "drying conditions" that occur at certain seasonal times i.E "winters itch".

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 1/30/2019

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