A member asked:

The past few months my back legs and butt have been breaking out in pimples, im not sensitive or allergic to anything and now theres dark scars, help!?

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Folliculitis: From the description, it sounds like you may be having outbreaks of folliculitis or infection around the hair roots. Even when the infection clears, you develop post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation which are the dark spots. A common cause is too tight jeans which rub on the hairs and cause irritation. Try wearing looser or softer pants and if that doesn't help, see your dermatologist.

Answered 10/24/2017

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Laundry detergent: Did you change your laundry detergent or fabric softerner? They cause a rash as you pull up your underwear. The dark scars are the residual from the skin inflammation. See your doctor about the rash or a dermatologist should be able to help.

Answered 3/9/2013

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