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I Have Type 2 Diabetes With Extremely Dry Skin That

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Posted on Tue, 18 Feb 2020
Question: I have type 2 diabetes with extremely dry skin that looks like auditor's underside so ashamed ! What to do ?
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Use moisturising cream.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear welcome to Ask a doctor's service.
I read your query and here is my advice.

If your skin is dry and thin because you are suffering from diabetes you may need a proper skin care .
Wash your skin with a gentle soap. Dry skin well with a towel . Apply moisturising, hydrating cream on your skin.
If the skin is cracked you may need to use antibacterial cream to prevent it from being infected.
Using vitamin E supplements may help protect your skin.

Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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I Have Type 2 Diabetes With Extremely Dry Skin That

Brief Answer: Use moisturising cream. Detailed Answer: Hello dear welcome to Ask a doctor's service. I read your query and here is my advice. If your skin is dry and thin because you are suffering from diabetes you may need a proper skin care . Wash your skin with a gentle soap. Dry skin well with a towel . Apply moisturising, hydrating cream on your skin. If the skin is cracked you may need to use antibacterial cream to prevent it from being infected. Using vitamin E supplements may help protect your skin. Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further.