What should I do if the area where the pubic hair was shaved becomes red and swollen?

Patient's question:

I shaved my pubic hair and the area where the hair was red and swollen. I don't know what disease it is.

Doctor's answer:

Considering your condition, it may be folliculitis. It is generally caused by an infection leading to localized acute inflammatory response. This indicates that you have had a bacterial infection recently, which is closely related to hygiene in the perineal area. It is recommended that you first pay attention to the hygiene and care of the external genitalia. Treatment with topical erythromycin ointment after local cleansing with hydrogen peroxide can be effective.

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