Fabric pills are caused by friction—just think about how much our clothing goes through! Rubbing, machine washing, dryer heat; pretty much anything that causes abrasion can contribute to fabric ...

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Jewelry with nickel can cause it, too. The combination of tight-fitting fabric and sweat can irritate your skin as it rubs against you. Doctors call this less common condition irritant dermatitis.