article_snippet.sent: And there may be something in it.
article_snippet.sent: Some people may have allergies to these products.
article_snippet.sent: An allergic reaction may then precipitate inflammation which triggers an episode of thrush.'
article_snippet.sent: Repeated hair removal in this area, whatever the method, can sometimes cause a minor infection called folliculitis - disrupting
article_snippet.sent: the hair follicle may allow bacteria to get into the hair's root. '
article_snippet.sent: Because there is a high concentration of follicles in this area, and increased sweat (on which bacteria feed), the chances of an infection are higher,' says Mr Ugwumadu.