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I'm really concerned about my fingertips. they're extremely dry, they bleed, and they hurt. i've bought lotions and home remedies and nothing seems to work. my nails seem to be really weak and they pull back really fast. whenever i touch anything, they hu
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Me too!: You are rightfully concerned about your fingertips. This condition, dyshidrotic eczema, isn't just painful, it can also interfere with your personal and professional activities and leave your fingertips susceptible to infection. Initial treatment includes a high potency topical steroid cream or ointment which requires a physician's prescription. Please seek medical care!
Answered 1/21/2015
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