incontinence
* skin infections
* wound care
* certain medical treatments
* healthcare instructions requiring specific hygiene
* skin infections
* wound care
* certain medical treatments
* healthcare instructions requiring specific hygiene
Incontinence in particular requires careful cleaning to reduce irritation and protect the surrounding skin.
## When to Speak With a Doctor or Dermatologist
Persistent dry skin should not always be dismissed as “just aging.”
Seek medical advice
if you develop:
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* intense or persistent itching
* cracking or bleeding skin
* redness that does not improve
* swelling
* open sores
* signs of infection
* a new widespread rash
* sudden major changes in your skin
Dryness can sometimes be associated with
