dak and rough skin on elbows. is there a cure?
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TRy this; buy you a PUMICE stone,you should be able to find one at Wal-Mart,or your local pharmacy, soak in really warm water,then rub area with as much pressure as you can stand.Doing this every once in awhile will keep the dead skin from building up.Afterwards apply a lotion for dry skin with aloe.
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I would try aloe. There are products in the baby aisle used to treat the same problem and would work for adults as well.\n Otherwise you just have to wait it out and stay out of the sun.
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Wear an undershirt, and make sure you use anti-perspirant deoderant.\n\nIf it is more severe, talk to your doctor... you also might want to get a beard trimmer and 'trim' your arm pits... it is unfortunate that most guys think it is awesome to look like they have a roadkill rat under their arm.
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I have similar issues, whatever you do don't squeeze them or pick at them it only makes them worse and leaves scars.And I'm not sure if it is because you're obese but I have a theory that like acne it could be caused by consumption of oily foods. I keep lotion on  them to keep them softened, but if you can't help but pick(I don't recommend,it only leaves the pores more open and bigger to be clogged and scarring)always apply rubbing alcohol afterwards it helps minimize infection and scarring but I would put lotion on after they are dry because alchol can dry out your skin.
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Kerasal works like a charm.  You can get it at most drug stores and it isn't incredibly expensive.  I put it on at night and then put socks on over it.  I also use a pumice stone every other day on my heels because I build callouses quickly.  It seems to help a lot.  \n\nOne other strange suggestion is to go to Walmart (or Target, Walgreens, etc.) and get the breastfeeding cream called Lanisoh.  It is used for chapped nipples and is made of pure lanolin.  It's very mild but works miracles on extremely chapped hands and feet.  Use at night under socks.  It has no smell and is pretty inexpensive.  I discovered this by accident and am a true believer.  I recommended it to a mechanic friend of mine and he swears by it now too.
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tanning wont really help. i have the same type of problem and its because its hereditary PLUS i have sinus/allergy issues that contribute. cosmetic surgery is out there but not the best idea, in my opinion. cucumbers work a bit especially with any puffiness, as does sleeping well! if all else fails, yup, makeup is always a quick fix
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What season?? Do you play sports in that particular season?? Are you prone to dehydration?? Are you hydrated enough?? Are you allergic to anything in general??\nMore info please for us to help you......\n\nFor now.  There is something called Bag Balm.  It's really for cows udders, yes I said that..but is used by gardener's and florists all over the country.  It's nothing gross but oils and salves made for things that get really dry and crusty.  You can also try something call Res-Q-ointment from Burt's Bees in a tiny tin.  The stuff is great for cuts and wounds and dry infected skin.  Because you could if nothing else is going on like dehydration, have a bacterial infection like athlete's foot.  It can affect other areas of your body not just the feet.  If you play sports are exposed to dirty socks and other clothes that harbor mold and moisture because of heat and sweat, jock strap, socks, undies etc...then you could possibly have spread the bacteria to your hands.  Check out your feet, in between your toes.  \nAnd what the woman below suggested also works, did for my aunt.  Put a heavy lotion or salve on your hands and then wear gloves to bed.  It should help.  If you wash your hands a lot, esp. in winter, it will cause this.  You're removing the oils and so naturally the skin chafes.  Try remoisturizing each time.
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rest elevate ice. i deal with this day in day out. massage is great what i get my clients to do is get a golf ball and roll it down the leg next to the shin. it breaks up the scar tissue there. i would suggest to stop running until u get it better. it wont go away on its own
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Try some lubrication lotion or  baby oil
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Try using Head & Shoulders shampoo. If that doesn't help ask you doctor for a prescription for a stronger anti-danduff shampoo.
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Being in the med field this sounds strange for to me to tell someone else, but try not bathing in soap or any other substances. Just H20 and avoid being too clean, my niece has the same issues, and avoid clothing that rubs? as far as topical treatments i have a natural remidies book that ~I can't locate~ try health food stores, maybe something as simple as garlic? there are many foods that aide the body in homeostasis!
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I have RA and my knees hurt the worst. I also stand all day, and finally I have come up with a method that works for me. First, I wear high quality knee braces while I am working. They seem to give me support which helps. When I get home, I place a small dab of Tiger Balm on my knees and alternate heat and ice. I went to Walgreens and purchased the sock-type heating "tube". It is called Bed Buddy, or something like that. It was only 9.99. It is white and has 2 blue handles- the people at Walgreens should be able to help you find it. I know with my RA, I couldn't make one on my own. Also, this has soothing aromas like eucalyptus.\n\nI start out with the heat, then move on the the ice pack. Really, i use a frozen bag of English peas because they can mold to my knee. Its kinds intense at first, but after the first minute, it goes away. I usually do this process for 20 minutes per knee. It really does help me, and I hope it helps you.
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Sounds like PK. Very common.\nThe K stands for keratosis, I forget what the P stands for.\nYou get red dots or bumps on your arms sort of like pimples but they aren't.\nGet some Aquaphor cream in a tube at the drugstore. It works like a charm if you put some on the spots every day.\nIt costs about $5.\nNOthing else works for this, I know, I have it.
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Hey man be careful with some crazy people up there. Oatmeal, lemon juice, vinegar IS NOT GOOD AT ALL. Those things could make it even worst. Take a pain killer like Advil or Tylenol. Also, get Banana Boat Aloe Vera gel. Put it in the fridge and use it at least twice a day (morning and evening). Last year I had a bad SBurn. Right after the Aloe Vera gel I use a Lubriderm lotion. Don't rub it, be gentle. Also, don't expose yourself to the sun and use light cotton cloth. Avoid detergent or use a natural one to avoid any sensitive reaction to the skin. Also, drink vitamin E and break a capsule and mix it with the Lubriderm or Aloe Vera gel. It worked out for me. I know people who had nasty marks after a sun burn like mine. I don't have any!
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The wenis is the patch of rough skin associated with the outside of the elbow
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More rosin, yes, and try using more weight from the arm. And perhaps even the hair is still not tight enough. Probably more rosin (a good brand is Nymans) will do.
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Your knees are possibly dry and need some lotion, alot of times my knees and elbows turn a brownish color because it is dry skin.