Question 1

can pityrosporum folliculitis be treated with a low dose of accutane? i have tried antifungal pills. it made a big difference but still not cured.

Accepted Answer

Pityrosporum folliculitis: Treatment of pityrosporum folliculitis, must deal with both the yeast overgrowth and any predisposing factors, otherwise the condition will recur. Unfortunately we often either do not know, or cannot correct, all the factors that make one susceptible so the condition has a tendency to return once the anti-yeast treatment is stopped. Isotretinoin is not indicated for tx of this condition.

Question 2

can pityrosporum folliculitis slightly mimic scabies? where on body would it appear? would antifungal soap clear it? how would one be tested for pf?

Accepted Answer

Not really: It is frequently misdiagnosed as acne. If you're using acne meds appropriately and things are not getting any better think maybe you have PF. Should be treated with anti fungal meds. Scabies most commonly appears at pressure points of clothes on skin- belt, wrists, and the webs of the fingers.

Question 3

developed pityrosporum folliculitis after 7 days doxycycline. will this go alone or only with antifungal meds? thank you

Accepted Answer

It's moot: This is very easy to treat. A topical antifugal is innocuous; you can even try blue dandruff shampoo. Best wishes.

Question 4

if a rash is pityrosporum folliculitis would selsun selenium sulfide shampoo and an antifungal spray/cream help clear it up? what would work faster?

Accepted Answer

Try different stuff: Lots of options. Find out which works. I know of people sleeping painted blue with dandruff shampoo, and others who get fine control taking a ketoconazole 400 mg tablet before working up a sweat in the gym, once a month. I'm glad you got the diagnosis made -- it gets missed a lot. Lots of stuff works. You get to choose. Best wshes.

Question 5

i have scalp folliculitis for about 5 years now. it gets better only when i take oral antibiotic course but return back again. can this long term inflammation turn into skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

: Recurrent folliculitis is not a known risk factor for skin cancer. Good luck.

Question 6

my pap smear result was ok.i have been itching for a year now.having sleepless nights.had taken antifungal cream.pls help.could it be folliculities?

Accepted Answer

Vaginitis: There are many causes of vaginitis that are not a yeast infection: bacterial vaginitis, allergic reaction, desquamative vaginitis, contact, vaginitis ... To name a few. See your gynecologist.

Question 7

what can i take or use for folliculitis over the counter? dont have insurance and can't afford to see a specialist.

Accepted Answer

Depends: It really depends on the cause of the folliculitis as there are many causes, both infectious and non-infectious (ie irritation from friction, shaving, etc).  Or it may not be folliculitis which is why you may need to see a derm.  But, it might be worth a try to get some otc benzoyl peroxide wash, which you can find in the acne section and try to wash the areas x 2-3 min daily.  May dry out skin.

Question 8

how long do folliculitis take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If it is due to an infectious agent then appropriate treatment (i.e. An antibiotic if it is due to a bacteria) should help within a few days of beginning treatment. Sometimes folliculitis can be caused by fungus which needs to be treated with different medications. Seeing a dermatologist will help you come to a good solution.

Question 9

how long does flucloxacillin take to clear folliculitis? been given 4 tablets a day for one week. 500mg

Accepted Answer

It may take: longer than a week, more like 2 weeks

Question 10

i have folliculitis and i am taking hyroxy zine and amalactine lotion, but it won't go away! what can i use or take to get rid of it?!

Accepted Answer

Folliculitis: Depending upon the clinical circumstances most cases are due either to staphylococcus aureus (including mrsa) or to pseudomonas aeruginosa.  Neither of these are likely to respond to otc medications and suggest that you see a doctor and have this evaluated and treated professionally.  Good luck.

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Can pityrosporum folliculitis be treated with a low dose of accutane? i have tried antifungal pills. it made a big difference but still not cured.

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Can pityrosporum folliculitis slightly mimic scabies? where on body would it appear? would antifungal soap clear it? how would one be tested for pf?

A member asked:

Developed pityrosporum folliculitis after 7 days doxycycline. will this go alone or only with antifungal meds? thank you

A member asked:

If a rash is pityrosporum folliculitis would selsun selenium sulfide shampoo and an antifungal spray/cream help clear it up? what would work faster?

A member asked:

I have scalp folliculitis for about 5 years now. it gets better only when i take oral antibiotic course but return back again. can this long term inflammation turn into skin cancer?

A member asked:

My pap smear result was ok.i have been itching for a year now.having sleepless nights.had taken antifungal cream.pls help.could it be folliculities?

A member asked:

What can i take or use for folliculitis over the counter? dont have insurance and can't afford to see a specialist.

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How long do folliculitis take to heal?

A member asked:

How long does flucloxacillin take to clear folliculitis? been given 4 tablets a day for one week. 500mg

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I have folliculitis and i am taking hyroxy zine and amalactine lotion, but it won't go away! what can i use or take to get rid of it?!

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