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Is it supposed to hurt when you shave you vagina?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't shave vagina: Vagina shouldn't be shaved. Some people shave pubic hair but that should not hurt.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 5/23/2015

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