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I have a recurring ingrown hair in my armpit that causes pain, but if i open it to let it out then it gets infected. what should i do?
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Hair extraction: If possible try to carefully free the ingrown hair with a twezzer. If not successful , visit with a dermatologist.
Answered 10/8/2013
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