A member asked:

Is grooming pubic hair a risk or not? i read it can prevent lice and crabs yet i also read that doing this can increase the risk of infectionsor stds

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It's fine: Manscaping is fine and in no way will cause or increase STI's Groom away.

Answered 7/30/2015

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly: There is some data - though not great - that shaving your pubic hair increases the risk of herpes infections. It's not great data though!

Answered 6/24/2014

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