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A member asked:

Can i use differin (adapalene) cream on labia majora area as i normally shave mh pubic area but past 3 weeks i have had spot there which i burst but it came back.?

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Dr. Brad Douglas answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

See below: Yes you can as well as using an antibiotic ointment and/or cortisone.

Dr Samuel agreed

Answered 10/3/2020

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