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Why do my arms feel sore when i put on deodorant?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

TIme 2 change brands: Many people develop local reactions to a deoderant if they ahve been using the same brand for along time. Changing brands will often solve the problem.

Answered 9/16/2016

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Irritation: The re-application daily can cause a chemical irritation may need to take a break.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 10/3/2012

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