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Hair folliculitusis
Hi,
I have got hair folliculitisi in my leg which has become very red and filled with pus. It has grown big in size also.
Doctor put on azithromycin for 5 days and sumag dressing, but still its very painful and big.
Please advise.
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It would be advisable to visit a dermatologist again to change the type of antibiotic you are taking if there has been no response so far
this usually happens when there is ingrown hair with secondary infection caused due to waxing/ trimming or other hair removals methods. for the current infection, a course of antibiotic should treat the condition but to prevent further boils, it is important to either go for alternate and safe removal method like laser hair reduction
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You need culture and sensitivity and then treatment
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing folliculitis.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Prateek Sondhi
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Can you please send Photographs?
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