An ingrown hair occurs when one or more strands of hair fail to grow out of the skin and instead continue growing beneath the surface, eventually forming a painful bump.
After shaving, tweezing, or waxing, the hair follicle opening may become clogged, preventing the hair from exiting properly. As a result, the hair grows under the skin.
People with curly hair and thick, dry skin are more prone to ingrown hairs. Some individuals may also have a genetic predisposition to this condition.
Under the jawline, neck, armpits, and pubic area are common areas for ingrown hair
Ingrown hairs may not cause symptoms at first, but over time, they can become painful, itchy, and grow into an irritating bump. It can become infected and grow to a boil that needs a professional approach.
Although an ingrown hair can appear as a painful bump, not every painful bump is an ingrown hair. To avoid misdiagnosis, and delay a skin cancer diagnosis, let us confirm the cause and safely remove the ingrown hair in a pain-free, sterile manner.
If you have a painful bump, call us to schedule a medical visit. We accept PPO insurance and Medicare. Feel free to ask questions or call us to make an appointment.
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