Call your primary care doctor or a dermatologist (a doctor who specializes in skin problems) if you have:
Dry skin that doesn't respond to nonprescription treatments
Severe itching that interferes with your ability to work or sleep
Dry skin that cracks and bleeds, or becomes red, swollen and painful
Overall, the prognosis is excellent. You can often prevent dry skin by making a few simple changes in lifestyle. If dry...
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Source: Breastcancer.org
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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