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I don't like to shave every week and have a stubble. but this gives rise to pimples for some odd reason. i have oily skin. advise?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pimples: You have a chronic condition caused by a staph infection of your hair follicles. It is also known as barber's itch or sycosis barbae. Treatment may be difficult so you are best advised to see a dermatologist for treatment

Answered 9/3/2014

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