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What is the best way to treat red dry flakey patches on the elbows, lower back and knees? (i have already tried using the anti fungal creams lamisil and lotrimin?

Q: what is the best way to treat red dry flakey patches on the elbows, lower back and knees? (i have already tried using the anti fungal creams lamisil and lotrimin?

: You should have this evaluated by a dermatologist. This does not sound like a fungus which those creams would treat. It may be psoriasis.

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Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

You should have this evaluated by a dermatologist. This does not sound like a fungus which those creams would treat. It may be psoriasis.

Dr Le agreed

Answered 4/30/2021

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

There are too many possible causes, with different treatments, to make any recommendation. See a doctor, ideally a dermatologist. Good luck.

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/2/2021

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A member asked:

What is the best way to treat red dry flakey patches on the elbows, lower back and knees? (i have already tried using the anti fungal creams lamisil and lotrimin?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Schwarzman answered

Dr Le agreed

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Davantzis and another doctor agreed

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