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A member asked:

I have hot tub folliculitis, and i heard it should go away on its own in a week or so?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Agree: This can be bothersome, but the majority of cases will resolve on their own without specific treatment. Of course, avoid the contaminated water source. Warm compresses can be helpful in speeding the resolution.

Dr Ferdowsi agreed

Answered 9/22/2016

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