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My feet and hands itch almost constantly. mainly the heels and sides of the fingers and toes. the itch feels deep.

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Dr. Antoanella Calame answered

Specializes in Pathology

See a dermatologist: Go see a dermatologist and have them inspect the area, the dermatologist might do a scrape to get a sample of the skin to look at it under the microscope to see what it is. This method shouldn't hurt you at all.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 9/1/2013

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

See below: Try using a topical cortisone cream to the itchy spots.

Dr Anyanwu agreed

Answered 1/4/2014

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A member asked:

My feet and hands itch almost constantly. mainly the heels and sides of the fingers and toes. the itch feels deep.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Antoanella Calame answered

Dr Ali agreed

Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Dr Anyanwu agreed

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