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A 36-year-old male asked:

My son has skin peeling from his feet and hands. he is 4 years old. is this some kind of deficiency or allergy?

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Dr. Robert Jacksonanswered

Dermatology 45 years experience

Maybe: It may be keratolysis exfoliativa but see dermatologist to discuss treatment options.

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