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Please help me to get rid of this folliculitis problem spreading on my legs, arms and neck.?

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Dr. Michael Fisher answered

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, treatment depends on the cause.

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Answered 9/8/2013

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A member asked:

Please help me to get rid of this folliculitis problem spreading on my legs, arms and neck.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Fisher answered

Dr Sparacino and 2 doctors agreed

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