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I have a few painful abscess on my labia and many uncomfortable ingrown hairs on my vulva. ive been getting them for years. should i be conserned?
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Folliculitis: Small abscesses are very common in the pubic area. If you shave your pubic area, you will be more likely to get these abscesses. You can apply warm compresses and over-the-counter antibiotic ointment.
Answered 4/19/2016
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