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What would cause pubic shearing in a 38yr old woman? isn't it a common thing for pregnant women? i'm not pregnant i had my child 15 yrs ago.

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hmmm: You may have a skin infection that is causing you to lose hair. See your doctor.

Answered 3/17/2013

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