Dry skin
Mildहिंदी: सर्जरी में त्वचा की चोट · தமிழ்: அறுவை சிகிச்சையில் தோல் காயம் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಶಸ್ತ್ರಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಚರ್ಮ ಗಾಯ · తెలుగు: శస్త్రచికిత్సలో చర్మం గాయం · বাংলা: অস্ত্রোপচারে ত্বকের আঘাত · मराठी: शस्त्रक्रियेत त्वचेला दुखापत · ગુજરાતી: સર્જરીમાં ત્વચાની ઈજા
About this condition
Dry skin is very common in India during winter and in air-conditioned environments, causing itching and flaking. The skin loses moisture and natural oils, especially on hands, arms and legs. Regular moisturizing with coconut oil or cream provides relief.
Common symptoms
itchy skindry skinflaky skinrough texturetight feelingcracked skin
🌦️ winter
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When to see a doctor: if persists despite moisturizing
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Dry skin?
itchy skin, dry skin, flaky skin, rough texture, tight feeling, cracked skin.
When should I see a doctor?
if persists despite moisturizing
Is Dry skin common in India?
Dry skin is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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