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My father has been suffering from itchy skin.it reaches already below his navel.i'm scared & crazy thinking of the cause. we used all meds & creams.

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Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

Evaluation: A persistent rash should be evaluated. Please take you father to his doctor.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/23/2015

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A member asked:

My father has been suffering from itchy skin.it reaches already below his navel.i'm scared & crazy thinking of the cause. we used all meds & creams.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Visalakshi Vallury answered

Dr Ali agreed

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