Folliculitis Treatment- 426 Questions Answered

Is folliculitis contagious? I am suffering from folliculitis from last two years. I have taken longer treatment but not no use. Is my folliculitis contagious to my new born baby?

Asked for Male, 28 Years 1390 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

Yes there is a chance ... Read More

Hi! After suffering from a weird skin problem for years, I’ve found out that I might have pityrosporum folliculitis. I have bumps on my skin white hard, stringy sebum in them and hardened rice grain like stuff on my back. How do I treat them or is there any medical help I can get? ? It is really pityrosporum folliculitis? I'm tired and my body is g

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 477 Views v

Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Without examination of the skin condition and knowing the extent of involvement.. along with more information on ongoing medication or previous history of skin illness it is not possible to comment on ... Read More

What cream/ ointment should I use for discoloration of the marks on my buttock and thigh region caused due to folliculitis?

Asked for Female, 24 Years 307 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

1/1 people found this helpful

Please put pictures of the affected areas in good light in private direct consult with a dermatologist ... Read More

I have folliculitis in multiple areas of head& Face..one year Treatment karwa raha hu..thik nahi ho raha..

Asked for Male, 32 Years 407 Views v

Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

2/3 people found this helpful

Based on your description the skin condition, it appears that you have Seborrheic dermatitis. Sometimes they co-exist with dandruff and can be determined with more precision during a consultation. A p ... Read More

I am using fusidic acid cream on my sclap for folliculitis from last 3 months now my sclap is clear no folliculitis But one or two folliculitis come again so why it comes again if i complete my treatment and no folliculitis present so why some comes again Plzzz comment

Asked for Male, 28 Years 501 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Having folliculitis for past 5years please help me to get rid of that folliculitis, Does it affect hair growth

Asked for Male, 21 Years 449 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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It's not folliculitis..It's Seborrheic dermatitis.. Contact me for treatment ... Read More

I have got folliculitis on scalp and it is reoccurring. How can it be cured.. Is it something serious

Asked for Female, 26 Years 1171 Views v

Dr. Harisha N L General Physician | Bangalore

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For recurrent uncomplicated superficial folliculitis, use of antibacterial soaps and good hand washing technique may be all that is needed. For refractory or deep lesions that have a suspected infecti ... Read More

Folliculitis: what doctor to consult??? As i see no doctor curing this............................

Asked for Male, 30 Years 1000 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

0/2 people found this helpful

Ya Dermatologist.. send photos iwill send u the prescription ... Read More

I have symptoms of Folliculitis and have taken allopathic treatment for the same. I get pus and blood filled bumps on genital area almost every three months. Earlier I used to wax but now it's been more than 4 months haven't done still the problem persist. Please advise.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 236 Views v

Dr. Himani Negi Homoeopath | Chennai

1/2 people found this helpful

Hi dear a homoeopathic constitutional treatment rather will give you a permanent cure since it acts by boosting the immune system You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guid ... Read More

I suffer from folliculitis, I have had it for over a year and need a strong medication to clear it

Asked for Female, 21 Years 215 Views v

Dr. Raksha Sharma Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Kota

Consult gyno for examination n thn deciding t/t ... Read More

Hello doc, I am having painful and itching acne behind neck and head area. It is painful puss which burst while itching It seems scalp folliculitis I have tried washing with scalp plus shampoo and Benzoyl peroxide soap also applied clyndamycin gel but not got results Request to guide with antibiotics for the same Thanks

Asked for Male, 34 Years 35 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

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Do you have acne pn face also? Dandruff hai ? ... Read More

Can recurrent folliculitis be prevented? Done full antibiotics courses. But it's recurrent in different place of the penis. Can this be prevented by anything, like anti bacterial soap etc?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 152 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Recurrent Sensitive to doxycycline Resistant to All β-lactams,fluoroquinolones, macrolides, clindamycin Wide spread-scalp,beard,chest,back Tried 3 time treatment but no result! Tell me how to stop recurrence.

Asked for Male, 24 Years 112 Views v

Dr. Ch Bikash Dermatologist | Shillong

Need to be assessed thoroughly An in person visit would be better ... Read More

Hello doctors I have been suffering with chronic scalp folliculitis for past few years, consulted various dermatologists but only temporary relief with antibiotics, is there any permanent solution for this?

Asked for Male, 35 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Yes this is scalp folliculitis. It can be treated effectively for complete clearance. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

Hi, I took a dermatologist appointment here and got prescription for Folliculitis- got 2 medicines and 1 Atarax lotion to put on my legs below knee. I got the red spots there and i tried not to itch it. After 1 week of taking the prescribed medication, the spots were leaving but the skin was becoming dry. So i itched the leg and now it has become

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 166 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

There is a red bump in my right abdomen area. I have attached the picture. Maybe it's folliculitis. How can I get rid of this? Please suggest. And of course see the pictures.

Asked for Female, 23 Years 242 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi I've this persistent issue of recurrent folliculitis. Folliculitis flares up everytime I sweat and it leaves scars behind . I have tried all options like isotretinoin, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, cetrilac , almost everything. But all these give me just temporary relief... Just for couple of days and again I get flares of folliculitis all o

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Asked for Female, 31 Years 127 Views v

Dr. Raavi Ramapure Dermatologist | Nagpur

Hello Ma'am. When it comes to skin, hair and nails, you need to persistent since they all are continously in a cycle forming new skin, hair and nails. Yes, LHR would be a good option. ... Read More

Scalp folliculitis with itching acnes and thinning of hair. Using ketoconazole 2% thrice weekly, but not getting relief. What advice u give for such problems

Asked for Male, 38 Years 155 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello. I have a skin condition, which was precious diagnosed with acute folliculitis on my back, see attached. I took some medicine before for a month , and it calmed down a bit, but now it's again back. I am worried now as it has now started growing in the hair of my neckline as well as my chest and armpits. It also creates small bumps for some da

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Asked for Male, 30 Years 292 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have been struggling with scalp folliculitis for over 8 years and have tried various medications prescribed by different doctors. While doxycycline helps while I'm taking it, the symptoms return once I stop the medication. Is there a permanent cure for this condition?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 7384 Views v

Dr. Murali Reddy Dermatologist | Nizamabad

0/1 people found this helpful

Hii... Scalp folliculitis can be due to various reasons Share some pics for clarification Kindly consult online for better understanding ... Read More

Have been suffering from scal folliculitis on a regular basis. Have even taken e-dox t tablets after consuting a doctor..and also used ketokem shapoo regularly with Klinface gel application on affected areas including face at times, but the issue re- surfaces in every few months. Looking for a long term if not permanent solution to the issue.

Asked for Male, 34 Years 120 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Prescription for foliculits Those small bumps msking me irritation I want to get cured What is foculitis

Asked for Female, 28 Years 161 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Is this a pimple or folliculitis ( see the attached image). I get these very frequently on face.I am a female and have little facial hair. If it is folliculitis does laser hair removal help in getting rid of this?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 122 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am a female.Recently I am getting folliculitis on my face. I also have little facial hair. What is the solution? What produced can be used?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 100 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi sir l mam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use,I'm suffering since 12 years so please help me how can approach you and tell me appointment number i have no online transaction in dis number so please tell me how can I pay ,i will send another account

Asked for Female, 37 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi sir / madam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use , I'm suffering since 12 years,I used many antibiotics but no use , please help me which medicine i can use more effective, please proscribed me

Asked for Female, 37 Years 84 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have suffering from folliculitis decalvans madam / sir , please proscribed me which medicine more effective for me and how many months I can use i already used in minocycline 3 months but no results so please help me

Asked for Female, 37 Years 76 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

1/1 people found this helpful

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use I already used minocycline since 3 months but no results please prescribed me which medicine i can use

Asked for Female, 37 Years 151 Views v

Dr. Maninderjit Singh Dermatologist | Fatehgarh Sahib

Consult online for proper treatment. Folliculitis decalvans require proper treatment both medical and topical. ... Read More

Which medicated shampoo is best for bacterial sclap folliculitis I am using ketoconazole shampoo Should i use cetrilik shampoo

Asked for Male, 28 Years 1192 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I m suffering from folliculitis on hips, thighs, bikini area and elbow...plz suggest me medicine as I m on breastfeeding. Continous Itching is also there

Asked for Female, 30 Years 108 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's bacterial infection..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation with photos ... Read More

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Is folliculitis contagious? I am suffering from folliculitis from last two years. I have taken longer treatment but not no use. Is my folliculitis contagious to my new born baby?

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What cream/ ointment should I use for discoloration of the marks on my buttock and thigh region caused due to folliculitis?

I have folliculitis in multiple areas of head& Face..one year Treatment karwa raha hu..thik nahi ho raha..

I am using fusidic acid cream on my sclap for folliculitis from last 3 months now my sclap is clear no folliculitis But one or two folliculitis come again so why it comes again if i complete my treatment and no folliculitis present so why some comes again Plzzz comment

Having folliculitis for past 5years please help me to get rid of that folliculitis, Does it affect hair growth

I have got folliculitis on scalp and it is reoccurring. How can it be cured.. Is it something serious

Folliculitis: what doctor to consult??? As i see no doctor curing this............................

I have symptoms of Folliculitis and have taken allopathic treatment for the same. I get pus and blood filled bumps on genital area almost every three months. Earlier I used to wax but now it's been more than 4 months haven't done still the problem persist. Please advise.

I suffer from folliculitis, I have had it for over a year and need a strong medication to clear it

Can recurrent folliculitis be prevented? Done full antibiotics courses. But it's recurrent in different place of the penis. Can this be prevented by anything, like anti bacterial soap etc?

Recurrent Sensitive to doxycycline Resistant to All β-lactams,fluoroquinolones, macrolides, clindamycin Wide spread-scalp,beard,chest,back Tried 3 time treatment but no result! Tell me how to stop recurrence.

Hello doctors I have been suffering with chronic scalp folliculitis for past few years, consulted various dermatologists but only temporary relief with antibiotics, is there any permanent solution for this?

There is a red bump in my right abdomen area. I have attached the picture. Maybe it's folliculitis. How can I get rid of this? Please suggest. And of course see the pictures.

Scalp folliculitis with itching acnes and thinning of hair. Using ketoconazole 2% thrice weekly, but not getting relief. What advice u give for such problems

I have been struggling with scalp folliculitis for over 8 years and have tried various medications prescribed by different doctors. While doxycycline helps while I'm taking it, the symptoms return once I stop the medication. Is there a permanent cure for this condition?

Prescription for foliculits Those small bumps msking me irritation I want to get cured What is foculitis

Is this a pimple or folliculitis ( see the attached image). I get these very frequently on face.I am a female and have little facial hair. If it is folliculitis does laser hair removal help in getting rid of this?

I am a female.Recently I am getting folliculitis on my face. I also have little facial hair. What is the solution? What produced can be used?

Hi sir l mam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use,I'm suffering since 12 years so please help me how can approach you and tell me appointment number i have no online transaction in dis number so please tell me how can I pay ,i will send another account

Hi sir / madam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use , I'm suffering since 12 years,I used many antibiotics but no use , please help me which medicine i can use more effective, please proscribed me

I have suffering from folliculitis decalvans madam / sir , please proscribed me which medicine more effective for me and how many months I can use i already used in minocycline 3 months but no results so please help me

I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use I already used minocycline since 3 months but no results please prescribed me which medicine i can use

Which medicated shampoo is best for bacterial sclap folliculitis I am using ketoconazole shampoo Should i use cetrilik shampoo

I m suffering from folliculitis on hips, thighs, bikini area and elbow...plz suggest me medicine as I m on breastfeeding. Continous Itching is also there

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