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  • Female
  • 20 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I'm dealing with really itchy, dry, and flaky skin, mainly around my joints. It also gets red and sometimes even oozes if I scratch too much. Do you think soframycin could help calm these symptoms, or is it better to look for a different treatment? I'm trying to figure out how to manage it better.

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Visit your Physician for appropriate management

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Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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