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My daughter was born sept 13 2013.. she is a preemie, she is peeling and very dy only on her belly, what do i do?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Peeling: You can use a gentle moisturizer to help her peeling.

Answered 9/25/2013

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A member asked:

My daughter was born sept 13 2013.. she is a preemie, she is peeling and very dy only on her belly, what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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