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My husband had an abscess on his under groin area about 2 years ago. since he's gotten really bad pimples in the region. what is the cause of this?
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PProbably: He probably has hidradenitis supparativa also called acne inversa and apocrine acne. He should see dermatologist to discuss treatment options.
Answered 6/18/2014
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