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I get severe razor burn no matter what i do. i have tried different shave routines, almost every kind of razor, yet nothing works. within a few hours of shaving i start getting red dots, and then they turn into huge bumps that are extremely painful?

Q: i get severe razor burn no matter what i do. i have tried different shave routines, almost every kind of razor, yet nothing works. within a few hours of shaving i start getting red dots, and then they turn into huge bumps that are extremely painful?

: Try another method- like depilating creams

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Try another method- like depilating creams

Answered 5/11/2023

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

In general getting large red painful bumps after shaving with a razor, can be a sign of skin infection. General recommendation consult, primary care physician for specific diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 5/13/2023

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A member asked:

I get severe razor burn no matter what i do. i have tried different shave routines, almost every kind of razor, yet nothing works. within a few hours of shaving i start getting red dots, and then they turn into huge bumps that are extremely painful?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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