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I have a rough red rash on the inside of my pinky only. i it's lasted about a month and feels better with lotion and moisturizer.

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Eczema: It may be dry skin or eczema, inflammation of the lower parts of the skin. Try soaking in warm water, pat it dry, and then apply a thick moisturizer, such as an ointment or cream. If no improvement in the next one to two weeks, see a health professional.

Answered 8/29/2013

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