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Can very dry skin cause red itchy bumps that look like bug bites? i'm getting sporadic red itchy bumps on face it's very dry and itchy!

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Dr. Jennifer Tighe De Soto answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

Yes: Skin that is very dry can develop irritation. The best treatment would probably be to use a cream that is both an exfoliant and emollient. I generally recommend either a lactic or a glycolic acid cream to help get rid of the dry, rough skin. http://www.OmahaCosmeticSurgery.com

Answered 9/4/2019

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