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Witch hazel ? i have irritated hair follicles or herpes but i have been using witch hazel to dry up the sores but they never stay dry is that normal ?
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Yes if herpes: Herpes will have persistent intensely itchy/painful sores that start as blisters, then form ulcers(=sores), which typically last about 10 days or so, then fade away, only to reappear again in same place sometime later. Folliculitis is should disappear with topical astringents (eg. Witch hazel ) and local cleanliness, but may also need antibiotics to eradicate. Not shaving helps too!
Answered 10/24/2017
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