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Few months out of year since 3 years ago, nipples will turn dry/crackly/scaly. when picked with, there will be small sores and scabs. what could this be, and how can i remedy this?

Q: few months out of year since 3 years ago, nipples will turn dry/crackly/scaly. when picked with, there will be small sores and scabs. what could this be, and how can i remedy this?

: In some cases dry cold conditions can bring this about, Stay hydrated, use a moiturizing cream or otc cortisone oint ment for a few weeks. If not better pl see a dermatologist. Hope you do well

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

In some cases dry cold conditions can bring this about, Stay hydrated, use a moiturizing cream or otc cortisone oint ment for a few weeks. If not better pl see a dermatologist. Hope you do well

Answered 8/28/2023

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A member asked:

Few months out of year since 3 years ago, nipples will turn dry/crackly/scaly. when picked with, there will be small sores and scabs. what could this be, and how can i remedy this?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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