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One of my finger tips started peeling, working its way down the finger , now i am noticing 3 more are doing the same. is this serious?
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No: It is common after certain upper respiratory illnesses, including strep and various viruses. It can also be due to dry skin or chemical irritations. You might get checked for strep if you also had a sore throat in the past week.
Answered 9/4/2014
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