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Good evening. my left thumb started getting very dry for no reason and eventually split from dryness. what could this be and should i be worried?
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Dry Skin/Use Lotion: Many skin conditions can look similar, but in the winter dry/cracked skin can be common. Dry skin can be treated by first wetting the skin and putting lotion on the area 3-4 times a day (or more). This can be caused by other issues, so if it doesn't get better in a couple of days, or gets worse, call a doctor.
Answered 8/18/2013
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