Question 1

how can  follicullitis be cured?

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Folliculitis: Folliculitis is caused by an infection of the hair follicles by bacteria, viruses or fungi. The most common cause of folliculitis is staphylococcus aureus bacteria. Thus, the treatment depends on the cause of the folliculitis. Culture the folliculitis to determine the cause then the treatment follows.

Question 2

can follicullitis affect the inside (moist area) of the vagina causing an ulcer?

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I don't think so: A folliculitis is the general, nonspecific name for an inflammation/infection of the hair follicle. There are no hair follicles in the vagina or labia minora. However, there are on the labia majora & pubic area. If you had a folliculitis of the labia majora, for instance, that should not "spread" to your vagina. I would have my gyn take a look at your problem & guide you as to the proper treatment.

Question 3

what is follicultitus?

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See below: Inflammation of the hail follicle.

Question 4

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 5

what exactly is foliculitis?

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Inflamation: This is the name of the inflamation of the hair follicules of the skin. Most of the time is due to a imbalance between the bacterias in the skin they colonize the follicules and the body produce and inflamatory process in order to eradicates and destroy the offending bacteria. The most common bacterias are streptococcus species but one of the most important nowday is staphylococcus aureus.

Question 6

how is follicultitus treated?

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Depends: Mild folliculitis usually heals on its own in about 2 weeks. You can take care of yourself at home with warm compresses made with white vinegar or burow's solution. These may ease itching and help healing. 
Also, medicated shampoo can be used to treat folliculitis on the scalp. If the infection doesn't go away, you may need an antibiotic or antifungal cream.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

how long can folliculitis last?

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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 10

can folliculits heal on its own?

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Depends: An isolated follicular infection in an otherwise healthy person would heal on its own. However, if the person is diabetic, has vascular disease, venous insufficiency or obesity, it would be prudent to seek care to forestall spreading of infection.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

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