Folliculitis Home Treatment?
Try and use an electric razor (cleaning the head with rubbing alcohol every couple shaves or so). If you use a regular blade razor, wash your face first with an antibacterial wash (Triclosan or Tea-Tree Oil) with hot water. I recommend the King of Shaves Brand...either the ASC or KU lines (they offer shaves gels, moisturizers and washes). Use a new towel every couple days; only use your own towel, don't share. That should make a huge difference ;) I noticed you edited your answer to mention it's on your back. Basically do the same things (with the exception of the razor, obviously). Wash your sheets every couple days, use a clean towel (also don't share), and you should be able to find an anti-bacterial body wash (Tee-Tree Oil or Triclosan).
Do you know of an over the counter cure for folliculitis?
Mild cases of folliculitis sometimes heal on their own. However, folliculitis may return or get worse. If your folliculitis spreads or returns, see your doctor for proper treatment. If your infection is caused by bacteria and it is: * Mild, you can try an antibiotic ointment or cream such as bacitracin, polymyxin B sulfate (Polysporin), clindamycin, erythromycin, or mupirocin (Bactroban). You may also use an antiseptic cleanser, such as povidone-iodine (for example, Betadine) or chlorhexidine. * Deeper or more severe, you will need to take antibiotic pills. Your doctor may prescribe dicloxacillin, erythromycin, or cephalexin (such as Keflex). Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) and ofloxacin (such as Floxin) are used for certain types of bacteria. If your infection is caused by a fungus: * You will need to take antifungal pills, such as fluconazole (Diflucan), griseofulvin (Fulvicin-U/F or Gris-PEG, for example), itraconazole (Sporanox), or terbinafine (Lamisil). * Your doctor may give you a corticosteroid to reduce inflammation. If folliculitis occurs on your scalp or beard area, you can use a shampoo containing selenium sulfide 2.5%, selenium 1%, or 50% propylene glycol. For stubborn or recurrent cases of folliculitis, laser treatment may be an option. Laser treatment destroys the hair follicle and reduces the scarring that results from folliculitis. However, hair will no longer grow in the treated area. Laser treatment is expensive.
What is scalp folliculitis? Can it be treated?
There are bacterial and fungal folliculitis and both create pustules at the base of a hair. When the hair is pulled out it stings. I am assuming this is on your head although it can be anywhere.Here is my suggestion. First, have your doctor prescribe for you Ciprofloxacin for 5–7 days. If the folliculitis calms down or goes away you have a staph or strep infection living on your skin. Typically doctors do not want to prescribe a systemic ( that which goes throughout your entire internal system) to eradicate critters on the skin. It’s like setting off an atomic explosion to kill wasps. But the trial will tell you if what you have is susceptible to Mupirocin! Then again, just have your doc prescribe Mupirocin. If it works go for the ointment and shampoo as described below.Have you ever had a nose infection? It is suspected that the infection from your nose migrated, perhaps from your hands, on to your scalp and face. Likely you did and the doctor prescribed Mupirocin cream or ointment. After your test of Cipro, have your doctor prescribe Mupirocin 2% ointment. It has a polyglycol (water soluble) base. Put a small amount of the ointment on your finger and moisten it with water to make a little solution. Do this in tiny amounts. Do not dissolve a large amount of ointment in water. It takes very little to kill the infection. Put it on the infected hair(s) with a good perimeter all around the pustule. Rinse your fingers well.In addition, have your doctor prescribe Mupirocin 2% shampoo. This will have to be made by a compounding pharmacy. Apply and leave on for 5 to 10 minutes daily for two weeks. This will help eradicate the residual critters. Another suggestion that works for me: in a small container mix some Mupirocin and some Bactine® liquid. The Bactine contains Benzalkonium Chloride and can help kill fungus from your fingers. Use this solution to treat your head bumps during the day. They will itch. Don’t scratch them. Treat with Mupirocin solution. The itching will stop soon after treatment.IF the Mupirocin 2% ointment does not do the job you will need Ketoconozole 2% shampoos your critter is a fungus not bacterial. This require a prescription. However, Clotrimazole cream or lotion will work for fungal folliculitis.Mupirocin is Bactroban in EU.Let me know if this works for you.
Folliculitis scars help!?
There are a few things you can try. According to the Dr. Oz show on TV, petroleum jelly - simple vaseline - is as good as any other more expensive treatment for scars. So I would give that a try for at least a few months before trying anything more expensive. Nothing works quickly. Whatever you try, you will need to use it for a long time to see any effect. Apply cocoa butter to the scars. Studies have shown that regular application of cocoa butter helps to fade scars more rapidly than some other creams on the market. Also, look for creams that contain naturally healing ingredients, such as shea butter, jojoba oil, castor oil and rose hip oil. Try an over-the-counter medication such as Mederma, which is specially designed to treat scars. (Any cream that is designed to get rid of scars will work.) Healing time generally takes up to six months before any significant improvement will occur. Talk to your dermatologist about Retin-A topical creams. These creams have been shown to greatly reduce the appearance of scars. Retinal creams encourages cell turnover. The new cells then take the place of older, scarred cells. Retin-A requires a prescription. Start dermabrasion treatments. A licensed professional will use a dermabrasion device to treat the scars. Tiny crystals on the end of the device essentially buff away the top layers of your skin. With repeated treatments, you will see a noticeable improvement. Expect your skin to be a bit red and irritated after each treatment. Have a look here. You will find dozens of recipes for homemade skin care products. You will find several that could help you with this. One thing you could try is a simple dermabrasion. Mix a little sugar with some olive oil and rub it into your skin. It should help. http://www.smartskincare.com/tips/tipcat...
Is there a cure for Folliculitis scars?
According to the Dr. Oz show on TV, petroleum jelly - simple vaseline - is as good as any other more expensive treatment for scars. So I would give that a try for at least a few months before trying anything more expensive. Nothing works quickly. Whatever you try, you will need to use it for a long time to see any effect. Apply cocoa butter to the scars. Studies have shown that regular application of cocoa butter helps to fade scars more rapidly than some other creams on the market. Also, look for creams that contain naturally healing ingredients, such as shea butter, jojoba oil, castor oil and rose hip oil. Try an over-the-counter medication such as Mederma, which is specially designed to treat scars. (Any cream that is designed to get rid of scars will work.) Healing time generally takes up to six months before any significant improvement will occur. Talk to your dermatologist about Retin-A topical creams. These creams have been shown to greatly reduce the appearance of scars. Retinal creams encourages cell turnover. The new cells then take the place of older, scarred cells. Retin-A requires a prescription. Start dermabrasion treatments. A licensed professional will use a dermabrasion device to treat the scars. Tiny crystals on the end of the device essentially buff away the top layers of your skin. With repeated treatments, you will see a noticeable improvement. Expect your skin to be a bit red and irritated after each treatment.
Minor Folliculitis after shaving?
Prevention Although it's not always possible to prevent folliculitis, these measures may help keep you infection-free: Avoid constricting clothing. Tight clothes — especially jeans and athletic wear — may be stylish, but make sure they don't chafe your skin. Shave with care. Use an electric razor or a new blade every time you shave. Be especially careful to keep the shaved area clean and to avoid cuts and nicks. If you're a woman who gets frequent infections, you may want to consider depilatories or other methods of hair removal. Maintain hot tubs. If you own a hot tub, clean it regularly and add chlorine when recommended. Use commercial tubs only if you're sure they're well maintained. ------------------ Self-care Mild cases of folliculitis often respond well to home care. The following suggestions may help relieve discomfort, speed healing and prevent the infection from spreading: Apply a warm, moist washcloth or compress to the affected area. Try an oatmeal lotion or an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream to help soothe itchy skin. Gently wash the infected skin twice a day with antibacterial soap or apply an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment. Avoid shaving irritated skin. If you must shave, use an electric razor rather than a blade, and apply a soothing after-shave lotion when you're finished. To help a boil or carbuncle burst and drain more quickly, apply a soft cloth soaked in warm salt water to the affected area for about 30 minutes several times a day. Prepare the salt water by adding 1 teaspoon of salt to 1 quart of boiling water. Let cool until comfortably warm. Don't share your towels or washcloths, and launder them in plenty of hot, soapy water after every use. Wash clothes that cover the affected areas after each wearing. ----------------------- I hope that is what you're after.
How to treat Folliculitis in the pubic area?
Depends on what type of folliculitis it is. Some are caused by fungus, some by bacteria, and even a type called eosinophilic. Without getting a prescription for antibiotics, you could probably try some over the counter things to see if they help. If it's eosinophilic folliculitis, you could try topical corticosteroids (like hydrocortizone) and oral antihistamines (diphenhydramine or cetirizine). If it's fungal folliculitis, you could try topical ketoconazole. Sometimes you might require prescription strength corticosteroids or ketoconazole, but if you're desperate to try something and don't want to go in and have a doctor prescribe you something, you can try those things and see if it helps.