Razor bumps are those painful or itchy bumps that occur as a result of shaving the skin. Practicing proper shaving habits aids in preventing and reducing razor bumps. These include shaving in the direction of hair growth, the use of the right products, shaving when hair is soft, and shaving more frequently.
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How to treat ingrown hairs or razor bumps in my bikini area?
Query: Hi doctor, I have been shaving in my bikini area for some time now, and now I have a bunch of ingrown hairs or razor bumps. The area down there is red, has bumps, has open cuts from trying to dig out the ingrown hairs, and you can see the hair barely. It is just like a little dark spot under the ski... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let the hair grow out a bit before shaving again. Resist the urge to scratch the area. It might itch, but breaking the bumps with your fingernails can lead to infection and scarring. Try to hold off as much as you can. Look for something t... Read Full »
I suspect of contracting herpes. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I need to find out about something that I am very nervous about. I made out with a woman and realized that there was a bump on the side of her mouth. She also perform oral on me. The bump looked yellowish with brown edges. I have no idea whether it was oral herpes. But, I am freaking out.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query in detail and do understand your concern. Also, viewed the attached pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). A lesion on the side of her mouth may or may not be herpes. Lesions on your pubic area are not herpes or any STD (sexuall... Read Full »