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Please advise if it's good to shave your vagina or wax or nothing at all?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Natural is best: shaving and waxing can put you at risk for razor burn and even infection.

Answered 5/23/2015

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A member asked:

Please advise if it's good to shave your vagina or wax or nothing at all?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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