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No matter what kind of hair removal process i do i keep getting ingrown hairs on my legs, arms, armpit, stomach and pubic area. why am i prone to this?

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See below: One cause can be elevated testosterone levels. You can ask your dr to have this checked. Be well.

Answered 10/6/2013

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