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I suffer from sever facial hair. ingrown aswell. can i take medication as well as laser trtreatment.

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Yes: Ingrown hairs of the beard area is called pseudo-folliculitis and it can be improved with prescription topical and oral medications(see a dermatologist). Shaving technique is also important.

Answered 1/31/2014

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