Folliculitis

Name: Folliculitis
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Folliculitis is a skin disorder where the hair follicles become infected, which results in tender, red spots called pustules on the skin’s surface. Folliculitis is the result of ingrowing hairs; the grown hair curls back on itself and the follicles becomes infected. Staphylococcus aureus is the most common organism that causes folliculitis (S. aureus). A fungus or other foreign bodies detected on the skin can sometimes cause it as well.

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Symptoms of folliculitis

The following are typical signs and symptoms:

Hair follicles are surrounded by little red lumps

These lumps can later turn into pus-filled white-headed pimples, similar to those on the face

It’s possible that the pimples will pop and a crust will form

Skin that is itchy, burning, uncomfortable, or inflamed.

Treatment

To treat and prevent ingrowing hairs:

When shaving, use warm water and shaving gel

Apply a cool, wet flannel to your skin after shaving to reduce irritation

Use an exfoliating scrub to help release ingrown hairs

Try a long-term way of removing hair, such as laser treatment.

Our Clinicians can recommend the right treatment for you and aide diagnosis (even if you are not sure about diagnosis, still complete the consultation form). It is important to attach pictures (non-intimate areas) if you choose the telephone consultation option. Pictures are not required for video consultation and we recommend this method if intimate areas are affected.