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I have rough itchy dry skin on my ankle nothing has helped. What is it and what can I do to get rid of it?
Don't use any soaps or shower gels, this dries the skin and changes the pH level of the delicate skin.
Itchiness can also be from a fungal infection like Thrush. Antifungal creams for the genital area that can be purchased from the pharmacist will help. As a home remedy you can put on natural live yogurt on the cleaned and gently dried area.
Only use non-biological detergents and fabric softeners for sensitive skins.
Wear only cotton underwear and don't wear tight clothing.
Glad that the zinc is helping.
Itchiness can also be from a fungal infection like Thrush. Antifungal creams for the genital area that can be purchased from the pharmacist will help. As a home remedy you can put on natural live yogurt on the cleaned and gently dried area.
Only use non-biological detergents and fabric softeners for sensitive skins.
Wear only cotton underwear and don't wear tight clothing.
Glad that the zinc is helping.
I am currently trying the zinc cream and it seems to be working. Thank you for recommending it!
Usually a cortisone crème will suffice, possibly a zinc crème. If that doesn't improve as per the instructions of the medication then see a dermatologist. It's a good idea to ask a pharmacist as it could save you a doctors visit. Where I live a doctor visit costs nothing, I realize that isn't the case in many places, but if it is free then go to a dermatologist first.
If your skin is tight, scaly and flaky, consider supplementing with essential fatty acids. Evening primrose oil and black currant oil are both good sources of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), which helps promote skin, hair and nail health. The usual dose is 500 mg twice a day and you won't see immediate results, but in six to eight weeks you'll begin to notice positive changes.
Now brand Jojoba Oil http://www.nowfoods.com/Jojoba-Oil-Pure-4oz.htm
Now brand Jojoba Oil http://www.nowfoods.com/Jojoba-Oil-Pure-4oz.htm
It may be due to an irritant and is a form of dermatitis. I presume that when you say nothing helps, that you have tried moisture and antiseptic creams.
As those creams did not work, purchase a cream that is both antifungal and antibacterial from your pharmacist and apply that for a few days and see how you get on.
Keep the area clean and moisturised using baby oil.
As those creams did not work, purchase a cream that is both antifungal and antibacterial from your pharmacist and apply that for a few days and see how you get on.
Keep the area clean and moisturised using baby oil.
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