Question 1

is folliculitis an early sign of acute hiv infection ?if so, please please show me a picutre. i have many rash and folliculitis .

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Many rashes: Can be a presentation of HIV but most of the time they don't equal hiv.   If you are concerned, just get the test.

Question 2

what are signs of genital herpes vs folliculitis?

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Sx hsv 2: Symptoms could include dysuria, tingling and burning, with or without eruption of blisters, or  painful ulcerations.

Question 3

have  folliculitis in pubic area , using flucloxacillin + kenacomb cream. now have sticky white crust on undies, what is it? is this a worrying sign?

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Probably not: Although, it is really hard to know without seeing it, but if the antibiotic you are taking is the right choice one, crusting may represent healing. I am not sure what you are using the cream for but mixed in with pus it may dry up causing crusts to develop.

Question 4

i have what looks like folliculitis in the genital area how is it treated or what are the signs that is what it is and not an std it doesn't itch/hurt?

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Molluscum: It certainly could be folliculitis. If you look closely you may be able to see if there's a hair at each site. Molluscum contagiosum is a contagious viral eruption that could look like folliculitis but would tend not to be related to hair follicles. They're usually small, pink or white bumps and generally don't hurt or itch.

Question 5

is folliculitis painful?

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Sometimes: Folliculitis caused by bacterial infection can be painful.  Other kinds are itchy, and still others have no symptoms at all.

Question 6

how can you cure folliculitis?

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Various: Warm compresses to bring the infections to a head, topical medications.  The vast majority of folliculitis heals within a couple of weeks.  If it is persists or if it is severe, you may need systemic antibiotics.

Question 7

how could i treat folliculitis?

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Different ways: If it is not severe and over the counter benzoyl peroxidewash maybe all you need. If it is serious in that you have a lot of lesions, i would see your primary care doctor or a dermatologist to see if an oral antibiotic is necessary.

Question 8

how long can folliculitis last?

Accepted Answer

Lifetime: There are several common causes. One that's relatively little-known is pityrosporum; it's easy to treat if you figure out what it  is. Best wishes.

Question 9

what is grenzray for folliculitis?

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X-ray energy : Using x-rays to treat acne or infection of the hair follicles. Used to be quite common in 1960's.

Question 10

what are the tests for folliculitis?

Accepted Answer

Exam and history: Best test is looking at the rash and asking the right questions. Distribution and preceding activities are the big clues. Sometimes a culture is helpful in selecting an antibiotic if one is deemed necessary.

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Have folliculitis in pubic area , using flucloxacillin + kenacomb cream. now have sticky white crust on undies, what is it? is this a worrying sign?

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I have what looks like folliculitis in the genital area how is it treated or what are the signs that is what it is and not an std it doesn't itch/hurt?

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Is folliculitis painful?

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