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Could cortisone cream for allergies rash used for more than a month in my six year old thighs be the cause of darkening few dark pubic hair?

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Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

?: Your six year old shouldn't have outbid hair at that age. Have her evaluated.

Dr Mumneh agreed

Answered 4/7/2013

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Dr. Nela Cordero answered

PRECOCIOUS PUBERTY: At age 6 no pubic hair should come out. It is called precocious puberty. Consult endocrinologist for premature puberty.

Dr Alves and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/7/2013

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A member asked:

Could cortisone cream for allergies rash used for more than a month in my six year old thighs be the cause of darkening few dark pubic hair?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Milroy Samuel answered

Dr Mumneh agreed

Dr. Nela Cordero answered

Dr Alves and 2 doctors agreed

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