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Dry skin

Has anyone suffered with really dry skin especially on legs no matter how much moisturiser I apply my skin is so dry especially on my legs.

  1. Hi . I can't personally speak to this issue, but has anyone mentioned Sjogren's Syndrome to you? It is an autoimmune condition in which the moisture producing glands are damaged. Our contributor Nan wrote about the condition and her experience here: https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/dry-as-a-desert. I'm not saying this is what is causing your issues (only a doctor can provide the diagnostics), but want to share the information. Hopefully others will chime in with their thoughts. Best, Richard (Team Member)

    1. I wanted to echo what commented. That would be a good first place to start.

      I have really dry skin. I have to use a lotion and Vaseline on my skin twice a day. I even live in a humid climate. But I do not have Sjogren’s. Just noticed my skin is on the dryer side.

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