Question 1

can folliculitis or acne on the scalp cause hair loss? is there a difference between them? the only thing they respond to is 10% benzoyl peroxide.

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis/acne: folliculitis and acne may both become infected by bacterial contamination. The benzoyl peroxide will help for acne; however, the folliculitis may require both antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medication.

Question 2

can folliculitis on the pubic area cause a burning sensation in the penis' head?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: A folliculitis is an inflammation of the follicles usually associated with superficial bacterial infection.  Burning of the glans is likely due to another cause - maybe medicine you have been applying to your groin? Burning with urination is a different story and could be related  to urinary tract infection or an std.

Question 3

can folliculitis on the scalp cause lymph nodes on the back of the head to swell? i have a small swollen node on the back of the right side of my neck but also feel several bumps on the scalp?

Accepted Answer

: Yes. Their primary job is to cleanse the serum that originates from those areas. They enlarge when they are activated.

Question 4

i get large folliculitis bumps on my head and a few small swollen lymphnodes there sore what should i do to prevent. nodes cause me anxiety seen docs?

Accepted Answer

Bumps: If there are bumps and swollen lymph nodes... it is possible that you may have an infection. Please call you physician to have it checked out. You may need antibiotics.

Question 5

would i get folliculitis on my scalp if i touch my folliculitis on the back and then touch my hair?

Accepted Answer

: It won't happen unless your scalp is not intact. Take care.

Question 6

is folliculitis or herpes more likely on haired area?

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis : Folliculitis is an infection in the hair follicles. Each hair on your body grows out of a tiny pouch called a follicle. You can have folliculitis on any part of your body that has hair. But it is most common on the face and scalp and areas rubbed by clothing, such as the thighs and groin.

Question 7

my 8 year old son suffered from folliculitis. he now has had a patch in his head for the past 2 months. will his hair ever grow back?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: The hair bearing areas are tolerant to some localized disturbance & will often regrow hair after the inflammation settles down.If significant scarring occurs, it can leave a hairless patch. If bothersome to a kid as they grow older, the area can be cut out & the remaining scalp stretched & re-aligned to cover the defect.

Question 8

can folliculitis bump last for more than a year? my gyno said to try to squeeze it out but nothing comes out. the bump has hairs growing out of it and it does not hurt but i am starting consider going for a second opinion on it?

Accepted Answer

: It would be prudent to get a second opinion to rule out a treatable condition.
Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health!
Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines

Question 9

how to treat hair folliculitis on scalp.sufferin from thisnproblem last 8 yrs?

Accepted Answer

Exam: 8 years is certainly too long: get a dermatology consultation and treatment.

Question 10

does folliculitis have a cure? what is the best treatment for folliculitis in hair and beard (face)?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without examining you and your symptoms warrant evaluation by a physician. You may visit this site for info and discuss it with your doctor.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/folliculitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20361634

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Would i get folliculitis on my scalp if i touch my folliculitis on the back and then touch my hair?

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My 8 year old son suffered from folliculitis. he now has had a patch in his head for the past 2 months. will his hair ever grow back?

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Can folliculitis bump last for more than a year? my gyno said to try to squeeze it out but nothing comes out. the bump has hairs growing out of it and it does not hurt but i am starting consider going for a second opinion on it?

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How to treat hair folliculitis on scalp.sufferin from thisnproblem last 8 yrs?

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