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topical
(of a drug, ointment, etc.) for application to the body surface; local


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PDT uses a topical agent called Levulan in combination with specialized lasers and light sources, inactivating the bacteria that trigger acne, exfoliating the skin to unclog pores, and decreasing the activity of overactive sebaceous glands in the skin.
When used topically, tea tree oil is reported to be mildly irritating, and has been associated with the development of allergic contact dermatitis, which may limit its potential as a topical agent for some patients.
If some one is suffering from Bacterial Vaginosis, garlic can be used by him effectively as a topical agent to heal the irritations.
 
 
 
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