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This question was answered on Wed 08, Sep 2010 03:11pm by bobby s, md

I am a 58 healthy female. My left ear rim is red with flaky skin. What is this? Enter your cancer question in this box


    
Asked by lucy (Female; Excellent; Relevant drugs:Lexapro nexium ) on Sat 04, Sep 2010 11:33am

I am a 58 healthy female. My left ear rim is red with flaky skin. What is this? The flakiness comes and goes. I haven't tried anything for it yet. Thinking of some moisture cream for dry skin. Thank you for your help. Enter your cancer question in this box

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Answer by bobby s, md  on Wed 08, Sep 2010 03:11pm:

Hello,
I do not think that the symptoms are due to cancer. Please consult a dermatologist.
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