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I get a terrible blistering rash when i shave down below my doctor gave me anti biotic and cream nothing g seems to work what can i do?

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Dr. Troy Ross answered

Specializes in Occupational Medicine

Best to stop: Antibiotics only treat the symptom - irritated skin that breaks down and allows bacteria to grow. You would do better to not shave. If you need to remove the hair get permanent hair removal or use a topical that dissolves hair.

Answered 5/4/2013

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