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By Mayo Clinic staffFor most people, dyshidrosis is just an itchy inconvenience. For some, however, the pain and itching may limit the use of their hands. In some cases, skin damage (including thickening of your skin) or a bacterial infection may occur as a result of the open, sponge-like skin or due to intense scratching. This can make treatment lengthier and more difficult.