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Have v sensitive skin n my armpit started bleeding when i was shaving. applied soap 4 times stung its not healed but very sore should i skip deodorant?

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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Yes: While applying deoderant probably not dangerous, it is likely to irritate the area like the soap did, so to avoid for a few days would feel better.

Answered 8/1/2016

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Have v sensitive skin n my armpit started bleeding when i was shaving. applied soap 4 times stung its not healed but very sore should i skip deodorant?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Laura Anissian answered

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