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What could be causing ingrown hair? (have quite a bit in my inner thigh near knee). no major change in soap/diet/grooming and hygiene routines for me
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Pressure: Mechanical pressure is thought to be a factor > Do you wear thigh length underclothes????? Note if you get rid of the hair...you won't get ingrown hairs ( by get rid of I mean a permanent hair removal) Discuss this with a Board Certified Dermatologist (Ask your PCP for a referral)
Answered 2/25/2017
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