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I've been seeing pimples and red bumbs across my pubic area, i'm not sexually active, what going on? how do i treat it
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Folliculitis: It is most likely folliculitis which is superficial skin infections of the hair follicles. See your doctor and they can help with treatment and prevention teaching, .
Answered 11/10/2014
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Do you shave there?: The current fad of genital shaving causes folliculitis. Best course is to avoid shaving there, see a dermatologist.
Answered 1/23/2014
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