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Medical Conditions - Pseudofolliculitis

Pseudofolliculitis barbae is also known as razor bumps. It is a skin condition that occurs due to shaving. It mostly affects males. There is a development of inflammation and bumps around the hair follicles on the skin after shaving. The surrounding skin becomes red and inflamed. It mostly affects the face, axilla, pubic area, and legs. It is treated by altering the grooming habits and taking topical and systemic treatment options.

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How do I manage persistent bumps in my private area?

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Answered By
Dr. Misha Saghir

Dr. Misha Saghir

What could be the causes of skin infection near the lips?

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I got a bump on the penis after masturbating without lubricant. How to deal with this?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query. From your description, it seems you have developed tractional folliculitis due to excessive masturbation.

Answered By
Dr. Suvash Sahu

Dr. Suvash Sahu

How can I improve my skin after pulling hairs on my neck?

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I found bumps on my pubic area, are they molluscum?

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Answered By
Dr. Rashmi Singh

Dr. Rashmi Singh

I am getting red spots after shaving. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your complaints and seen the attached photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

How to treat painful boil in pubis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From history, it seems you have developed pseudofolliculitis. But to suggest proper treatment, I need to see these lesions.

What could be the reason of vaginal sensitivity and dark spots after shaving?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You might be suffering from folliculitis barbae and pseudofolliculitis barbae. Please take the following measures. Ensure the skin is well moisturized.

Can itching and red bumps occur in the pubic area due to shaving?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. It appears like pseudofolliculitis, a condition that usually happens after shaving due to ingrown hairs.

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