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I have a red rash where my pubic hair is. it only happens in humid weather conditions, any idea what it might be?

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Dr. Roman Bronfenbrener answered

Broad possibilities: Folliculitis? Seborrheic dermatitis? Candidiasis? Hard to say without a picture or a better description, but the above are some possibilities

Answered 8/12/2015

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A member asked:

I have a red rash where my pubic hair is. it only happens in humid weather conditions, any idea what it might be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Roman Bronfenbrener answered

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