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Could dry itchy shins with depigmented spots be caused by a fungal infection linked to a yeast imbalance in the gut rather than simple psoriasis?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: There is no direct connection between the gut and the shin. There can be fungal infection of the skin. It is not the fungus that is found internally.

Dr Hodge agreed

Answered 4/30/2016

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A member asked:

Could dry itchy shins with depigmented spots be caused by a fungal infection linked to a yeast imbalance in the gut rather than simple psoriasis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Dr Hodge agreed

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