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I got bug bites on my legs, can i shave over them?
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BUG BITES SHAVING: DO NOT SHAVE OVER BUG BITES. YOU MAY DEVELOP AN INFECTION.
Answered 8/10/2020
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Depends: If the sites are still open, it is best to avoid shaving over them since it may make the wounds larger and more susceptible to infection. If they are healed, just do whatever is comfortable.
Answered 11/27/2017
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