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Can i rub pumice stone on my legs to get rid of ingrown hair?

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Dr. Eddie Cheng answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: Ingrown toe nail is painful and may get worse caused by infection. It is very unlikely that pumice stone would change the course. See you doctor for advice and treatment including surgical removal of the ingrown section, if infected.

Answered 9/28/2016

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