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Is using soap a good idea? i don't use it unless i'm greasy or fatty or dirty. infectius diease doctor opinion? it removes natural oil and good bacter

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Soap: no issues using a soap unless you suffer from atopy or eczema. You can use medicated soaps or more gentle soaps like dove and glycerine based soaps . If there are concerns of eczema then aqueous cream can be used as a soap substitute.

Answered 12/28/2016

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Nonsense: washing and cleaning with gentle soap on a regular basis is part of good hygiene.

Answered 12/29/2016

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