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I've been sweating a lot the last three days and was only able to shower today. numerous hair follicles on my waist are red & raised, not itchy. why?
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Foliculitis: It sounds like a folliculitis the follicles became inflames probably by the sweating and not washing it off. Warm soaks should help and to make sure any sweat is washed off. If it worsen see your physician
Answered 7/12/2014
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