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I have red spots on my upper thigh. they don't hurt but do time to time irritate. looks like most of the red spots center is where the hair grows out.

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Folliculitis: This sounds like folliculitis, an irritation or minor infection of the hair follicles. Try topical antibiotic ointments.

Dr Grin agreed

Answered 9/2/2014

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