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Slight rash in hair near opening of vagina?

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Dr. Morris Westfried answered

Follicultis: Inflammation of hair follicles. Assuming no internal infection can be improved with antibacterial soap and topical antibiotics if necessary. If persits or worsens see gyn.

Answered 11/15/2012

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