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I have small round patches of very thick skin. they seem almost like scales. i also have eczema all over. this looks much different than the eczema.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Person 2 person eval: Can’t diagnose with available information. Examination, history & possibly other testing would be needed to make an accurate diagnosis. Treatment would be dictated by diagnosis.

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/31/2015

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A member asked:

I have small round patches of very thick skin. they seem almost like scales. i also have eczema all over. this looks much different than the eczema.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman and another doctor agreed

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