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A 30-year-old male asked:

i am over weight and my legs are rubbing ,i had this problem since i was 14 i'm 30 now . is it normal to get cuts down there i have been getting them since 14and how long does it take to heal.

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Family Medicine 58 years experience

Common problem: Your being overweight is more than likely the cause of your problem. Consult with your family physician to prevent recurrent infection and a program to help you lose weight. Nothing will change unless you lose weight.

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