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hello, How can i Cure Folliculitis,It not for the soap or Irration,It seem it will not go ways, its annoying, What is the best suggestion!! What should I DO to cure this Promblem.

Mild cases of folliculitis sometimes heal on their own. However, folliculitis may return or get worse.

If your infection is caused by bacteria then 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.

You could also try these home treatments:
Use an antibacterial soap to wash the infected area. If the infection is on your scalp or beard, use a shampoo containing selenium or propylene glycol.

Your doctor may also prescribe a medicated shampoo with ketoconazole (Nizoral Topical).

Apply warm, wet compresses 3 to 6 times a day to help folliculitis heal faster and stop the itching or pain. Wash your hands before applying a compress. To make a compress, moisten a clean cloth or piece of gauze with warm water. Place it over the infected area until it begins to cool (usually 5 to 10 minutes). You can make compresses with:

Burow's solution, which you can buy without a prescription in many drugstores and supermarkets.

White vinegar solution. Mix 1 Tbsp of white vinegar and 1.33 cups of water.

You have to see your doc for treatment for this.

I also was diagnosed with folliculitis. Dermatologist prescribed an antibiotic called Minocycline and this, combined with an antibacterial soap, cleared it up.

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