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I have much red points on my arms and chest in evry points is a ingrown hair. how can i remove it?
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Folliculitis: You may have inflammation and bacteria in the hair follicles (folliculitis ). This is common and treated with antibacterial washes such as benzoyl peroxide or topical /oral antibiotics prescribed by a dermatologist.
Answered 4/13/2013
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