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I had folliculitis mrsa infection, hesitant to shave legs/underarms. infection has cleared up after antibiotics. is laser hair removal a safe option?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Yes: Depends on type of skin and type of hair. Now that you are healed you can try a test shave gently in 1 small area to see how you tolerate it.

Dr Feola and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/24/2015

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A member asked:

I had folliculitis mrsa infection, hesitant to shave legs/underarms. infection has cleared up after antibiotics. is laser hair removal a safe option?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Feola and 2 doctors agreed

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