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What are the otc treatments for richomycosis axillaris?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Benzoyl peroxide: Trichomycosis axillaris can be treated by shaving the area of hair that is effected. Wash the area every day with soap and water & then apply benzoyl peroxide.

Answered 4/3/2013

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