Antibiotics Used To Treat Folliculitis- 111 Questions Answered

I got folliculitis in pubic area due to shaving I have used antibiotic cream and pill and pimples have become better bt its more than 3 weeks its still not cured

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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The antibiotic may not be giving you compete clearance due to resistance or diagnosis may be incorrect. Ease send me photos through private chat for accurate diagnosis and prescription. Stop shaving t ... Read More

Dear all doctors good evening •i am very confused about giving antibiotics for my child .some doctors said don't give antibiotics in unnecessary.and some doctors doesn't treatment without antibiotics.some doctors said don't fear about fever look 2 to 3 days and give him plane paracetamol and citirizine and some doctors treat with antibiotics

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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra Pediatrician | Rajkot

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I get folliculitis after waxing since 3 months, have used a steroid cream but it's not effective. What else can I do to get rid of this problem? Should I use an antibiotic? I'm a medical student and read it in my textbook. Can I use clindamycin? A dermatologist has prescribed the steroids to me.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct onlin ... Read More

Should we put eyedrop antibiotic( Moxivali in my case) in both eyes if we have problems in one eye(right eye for me)???

Asked for Male, 22 Years 138 Views v

Dr. Sagar Aghadate Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Pune

No , just in one as advised by Ophthalmologist ... Read More

What is the cause of recurrent folliculitis and what measure should one take to avoid getting infected again after being treated once.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing recurrent folliculitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affec ... Read More

Sir / madam myself Abhinav sir actually I noticed that on from 28 march to 1 April I took antibiotic ofloxcin for dental infection as I have habit of noticing stool I noticed little mucus in stool is normally present in everybody stool or only mine because I heard that little mucus is present in everybody stool or it is because of antibiotic please

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Asked for Male, 16 Years 108 Views v

Dr. Ajay K Tiwari Pediatrician | Delhi

Good afternoon, Please visit your doctor for details. ... Read More

Why azibest 500 antibiotics take 30 mins before food? I take azibest and eat breakfast after 10 mins. Is this any problem?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 138 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Wadhwa General Physician | Delhi

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Got treated for BV with antibiotics now I'm not sure if I have a yeast infection or if the BV is still present.

Asked for Female, 27 Years 161 Views v

Dr. Priyanka Suhag Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Delhi

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Get a high vaginal swab culture sensitivity done by a gynaecologist and review with reports through online consultation ... Read More

I got typohid on Oct 2020 i treated with an antibiotics now i got UTI trated with antibiotics if i eat something suddenly I got bitter in my mouth

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My husband is suffering from folliculitis and is repeating. It's becoming difficult to take the help of antibiotics every time. So, could you please suggest any other alternative solution for this.

Asked for Male, 30 Years 340 Views v

Dr. Sankeerth Vijayakumar Dermatologist | Bangalore

Please do a direct online consultation and upload necessary photos. ... Read More

I have used 200 mg antibiotics for abdomen problem like diarrhea and stomach pain.! Now symptoms of stomach pain reduced. How many days I Wil take antibiotics complete there course.!!

Asked for Male, 29 Years 46 Views v

Dr. Sai Swetha Bobburi General Physician | Hyderabad

Complete the antibiotic course prescribed to prevent resistance 5 days. Do not self medicate. ... Read More

Hi sir / madam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use , I'm suffering since 12 years,I used many antibiotics but no use , please help me which medicine i can use more effective, please proscribed me

Asked for Female, 37 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Greeshma V Shetty Dermatologist | Mangalore

Need not worry treatment is available ... Read More

I m suffering from folliculitis on hips, thighs, bikini area and elbow...plz suggest me medicine as I m on breastfeeding. Continous Itching is also there

Asked for Female, 30 Years 116 Views v

Dr. Sonia Tekchandani Dermatologist | Mumbai

Don't worry. You can consult the doctor online or visit our clinic so that we can check your condition and advice you the treatment accordingly. ... Read More

I have ear fungal infection and used combiflam,dolokind,montek,polypod tablets,mupi cream and ear drops for almost 10 days not knowing that I am pregnant. My LMP:11/11/2023. Is it safe or baby? Should I continue with the pregnancy?

Asked for Female, 28 Years 50 Views v

Dr. K Supriya Gynecologist | Bhilai

Connect please ... Read More

I was using topical antibiotics of my sclap now folliculitis gets rid but this black is wt i dnt understand will i use topisal6% plzzzz i am poor person plzzz help me

Asked for Male, 28 Years 31 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

consult online ... Read More

I am using cream ozego for folliculitis and heal properly but black scar is present how to get rid any solution for u

Asked for Male, 28 Years 521 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Scalp folliculitis is a common skin condition in which hair follicles on the scalp become inflamed and infected. It can cause discomfort and sometimes hair loss. Here's some information on scalp folli ... Read More

I have been facing uti symptoms from 3 days . After facing 1 day I started to take alkasol. Do I have to take any antibiotics or anyother medicine with that

Asked for Female, 37 Years 807 Views v

Dr. Bikram Haldar Urologist | Kolkata

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If symptoms persist then it will require urine culture assessment and antibiotics for complete treatment ... Read More

I had a folliculitis on my breast just outside areola area currently on third day of a 7- day course of Amoxicillin+potassium claivunate, chymoral forte, y bact and placentrex. The folliculitis burst 2 days back and now the skin there is drying up. Should I continue applying t bact? And the skin feels thickened since it burst at the spot where I ha

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Asked for Female, 30 Years 201 Views v

Dr. Lavina Batra Gynecologist | Pune

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Pls connect for online consultation and advice ... Read More

Folliculitis overthe opening of my vagina. Please help me with the prescription There is puss in it as well

Asked for Female, 26 Years 142 Views v

Dr. V.Suguna Gynecologist/Obstetrician | Hyderabad

Take some antibiotics and pain relief drugs ... Read More

I get recurrent folliculitis on pubic area, how to avoid. I don't shave or wax. I take hot showers. .

Asked for Female, 23 Years 218 Views v

Dr. Khushpreet Kaur Mann Dermatologist | Delhi

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Recurrent folliculitis needs detailed evaluation for the cause.. proper therapy is required to prevent recurence.. Get a direct consultation for proper treatment ... Read More

I had been suffering from folliculitis from 4 years now. Every time I consult some doctor, they prescribe me some antibiotics and in some cases isotretinoin. I helps but I'm not gonna say it cured my illness but i comes back every time after stopping the meds. I some how got a idea whether my good old days(childhood) allergies are acting on. So i w

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Asked for Male, 20 Years 657 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's bacterial infection.. causing folliculitis..not allergic reaction.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

On my Hip Skin there appear a folliculitis on 01 december and it grows gradually day by day. And after around 12 days it gives me relief but after it's end i found one more new folliculitis around the previous one. And it is growing day by day and it gives me so much pain as previous one. So what i have to do at this current situation. The nearby a

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Asked for Male, 22 Years 101 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It can be cleared.. probably bacterial growth..it will go with medicine.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I have developed folliculitis. I am applying flutibact ointment. Any oral antibiotic I can take ? I am not sure but last time dermatologist had recommended doxy. Just wish to confirm.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 196 Views v

Dr. Manas Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

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Kindly consult online for proper diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

My father is suffering from typhoid fever and his titres are positive till 1:320. Which is a better combination of antibiotic in such case? Cefixime + Azithromycin Or Cefuroxime Axetil + Levofloxacin Or is there any other antibiotic to treat it in a better way?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 271 Views v

Dr. Rohit R Vishnoi General Physician | New Delhi

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See widal is not a confirmatory test ..either go for blood culture or take advice of a doctor ... Read More

I have been diagnosed with (folliculitis),doctor suggested some good prescribed medicines to treat folliculitis on my scalp Previously I suffered lot with those bacterial infections in the form of folliculitis,now I am better compared to past condition 1) I used "Amoxycilline" medication as per doctor prescribed to reduce folliculitis,, Is it safe

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Asked for Male, 24 Years 282 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Safe.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

I'm facing getting folliculitis again nd again when it occurs 1st time I had taken athromyciin antibiotics to treat that but had occur 4 th time now it was really painful it occurs only on the same buttock my cousin had the allergy of iching from that I also infected.

Asked for Female, 20 Years 127 Views v

Dr. Manas Chopra Dermatologist | Delhi

Hello dear. Please do not self treat like that. Family history of itching suggests scabies. Please consult directly via online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment Share a picture of the ... Read More

I have been suffering from chronic folliculitis since 1 year.. i have used many oral antibiotics and tropical creams on my scal.. but it just reoccurs after my antibiotics medication completes. I have also done pus for c/s with shows no signs of bacterial infections. If any one can provide a permanent cure of it, that will be helpful. Previous medi

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Asked for Male, 19 Years 290 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from bacterial infection causing this... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescripti ... Read More

I got ingrown hairs ( strawberry legs) on my legs, back of my body and hands and now they became like boils( folliculitis)... I tried so many ointments and antibiotics but I have no use ... Please help me sir... Thank you.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 136 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Stop waxing. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Fever and pain because of folliculitis. This is 2nd time in a month, I took antibiotic - augmentine for it but not much of help.

Asked for Male, 31 Years 1085 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...You are suffering from bacterial infection causing this.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected ar ... Read More

Got a severe Folliculitis (बालतोड़) in the left thigh. It's 4th day now and it is paining very bad. Not bursting either. What to do?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 116 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Don't worry..... Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosi ... Read More

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Antibiotics used to treat folliculitis

I got folliculitis in pubic area due to shaving I have used antibiotic cream and pill and pimples have become better bt its more than 3 weeks its still not cured

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I get folliculitis after waxing since 3 months, have used a steroid cream but it's not effective. What else can I do to get rid of this problem? Should I use an antibiotic? I'm a medical student and read it in my textbook. Can I use clindamycin? A dermatologist has prescribed the steroids to me.

Should we put eyedrop antibiotic( Moxivali in my case) in both eyes if we have problems in one eye(right eye for me)???

What is the cause of recurrent folliculitis and what measure should one take to avoid getting infected again after being treated once.

Why azibest 500 antibiotics take 30 mins before food? I take azibest and eat breakfast after 10 mins. Is this any problem?

Got treated for BV with antibiotics now I'm not sure if I have a yeast infection or if the BV is still present.

I got typohid on Oct 2020 i treated with an antibiotics now i got UTI trated with antibiotics if i eat something suddenly I got bitter in my mouth

My husband is suffering from folliculitis and is repeating. It's becoming difficult to take the help of antibiotics every time. So, could you please suggest any other alternative solution for this.

I have used 200 mg antibiotics for abdomen problem like diarrhea and stomach pain.! Now symptoms of stomach pain reduced. How many days I Wil take antibiotics complete there course.!!

Hi sir / madam ,I'm suffering from folliculitis decalvans please tell me which medicine i can use , I'm suffering since 12 years,I used many antibiotics but no use , please help me which medicine i can use more effective, please proscribed me

I m suffering from folliculitis on hips, thighs, bikini area and elbow...plz suggest me medicine as I m on breastfeeding. Continous Itching is also there

I have ear fungal infection and used combiflam,dolokind,montek,polypod tablets,mupi cream and ear drops for almost 10 days not knowing that I am pregnant. My LMP:11/11/2023. Is it safe or baby? Should I continue with the pregnancy?

I was using topical antibiotics of my sclap now folliculitis gets rid but this black is wt i dnt understand will i use topisal6% plzzzz i am poor person plzzz help me

I am using cream ozego for folliculitis and heal properly but black scar is present how to get rid any solution for u

I have been facing uti symptoms from 3 days . After facing 1 day I started to take alkasol. Do I have to take any antibiotics or anyother medicine with that

Folliculitis overthe opening of my vagina. Please help me with the prescription There is puss in it as well

I get recurrent folliculitis on pubic area, how to avoid. I don't shave or wax. I take hot showers. .

I have developed folliculitis. I am applying flutibact ointment. Any oral antibiotic I can take ? I am not sure but last time dermatologist had recommended doxy. Just wish to confirm.

My father is suffering from typhoid fever and his titres are positive till 1:320. Which is a better combination of antibiotic in such case? Cefixime + Azithromycin Or Cefuroxime Axetil + Levofloxacin Or is there any other antibiotic to treat it in a better way?

I'm facing getting folliculitis again nd again when it occurs 1st time I had taken athromyciin antibiotics to treat that but had occur 4 th time now it was really painful it occurs only on the same buttock my cousin had the allergy of iching from that I also infected.

I got ingrown hairs ( strawberry legs) on my legs, back of my body and hands and now they became like boils( folliculitis)... I tried so many ointments and antibiotics but I have no use ... Please help me sir... Thank you.

Fever and pain because of folliculitis. This is 2nd time in a month, I took antibiotic - augmentine for it but not much of help.

Got a severe Folliculitis (बालतोड़) in the left thigh. It's 4th day now and it is paining very bad. Not bursting either. What to do?

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