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A member asked:

I get a pinch on my genital area then when i check is a small patch of missing hair no itching just a pinch. what can this be? has me worried

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Dr. Robert Jackson answered

See derm: A dermatologist can diagnose this and give you the therapy needed.

Answered 11/20/2012

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