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What could cause itchy ankles. really itchy ankles that are more itchy when scratched?

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Derm or pod: You might want to see your local podiatrist or dermatologist and have it biopsied. It could be numerous etiologies such as contact dermatitis to eczema. As a result, treatment differs.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 5/18/2017

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