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i am nearly 50 and keep getting what doctor says is infection of follicle i have tried creams and antibontitles but still come back around my chin
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Do you shave often? Could be ingrown hairs.
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Hi,
    There can be different types of micro organisms involved and you need to do a culture and sensitivity test to determine the treatment, as otherwise it will keep coming back. Here is a link for your reference:  

https://online.epocrates.com/u/2911282/Folliculitis/Summary/Highlights  

Contact a dermatologist for suitable treatment.

Solace
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