Bacterial Folliculitis Scalp- 302 Questions Answered

I have been suffering from folliculitis in head since 4 years 1)Is there any best remedies for Reducing the (Folliculitis) bacteria on scalp in Ayurveda? 2) How to reduce Scalp & bacteria inflammation on scalp due to folliculitis on hair scalp? Pls give advise sir/madam

Asked for Male, 26 Years 676 Views v

Dr. Gunjan Saini Sexologist | Haridwar

Do work on root cause If u want best n permanent solution for this Take Blood purifier n skin nourishing treatment in Ayurveda Call us now ... Read More

What is scalp folliculitis? Why this comes? Is there any Permanent solution for scalp folliculitis ??

Asked for Male, 25 Years 666 Views v

Dr. Varsha Rangari Dermatologist | Pune

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Pl get evaluation done. To know the probable cause. ... Read More

Is there any cure for chronic scalp folliculitis? I have been suffering from scalp folliculitis for last 3 years

Asked for Female, 25 Years 2192 Views v

Dr. Hithysh BM General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello folliculitis may be due to staphylococcus or fungal infection consult dermatologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I am suffering from scalp folliculitis for past two years and I am loosing hair now. Please suggest a permanent solution

Asked for Female, 35 Years 315 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

It can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice on. ... Read More

I have been suffering from scalp folliculitis. I consult with dermatalogist and he said that it is due to bacterial infection which can transmit through nose nostril and passage to head. The shape of bump is oval and white in nature. When i take medicine and cream then the follicullits disappear and i take it for more than 1 week. Then i came to e

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Asked for Male, 23 Years 2963 Views v

Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

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Scalp follicultis should resolve to antibiotics. Sometimes fungal follculitis is the cause and anti-fungals helps. A good way is to get a pus cultre and sensitivity done to identify the exact causati ... Read More

I have scalp folliculitis. Which oil and shampoo i have to be used. I also suffering from hair loss there after this, is there any relation between hair loss and folliculitis

Asked for Male, 23 Years 492 Views v

Dr. Rasya Dixit Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Hi Please use a shampoo containing zinc pyrithrone for regular use. Avoid using oil as this can worsen folliculitis. The folliculitis causes microinflammation which increases hair loss. Also this may ... Read More

I have been suffering from scalp folliculitis bumps with pus on scalp from more than 2 1/2 years ,tried all medication but the problem was nt cured . Is der any treatment for scalp folliculitis to remove permanently?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 251 Views v

Dr. Varsha Rangari Dermatologist | Pune

Pl get your self evaluated by a dermatologist. As there can be various causes for the bumps. Most of them can be treated completely. ... Read More

I have been suffering from folliculitis on the scalp for almost 4 years now. It started as mild bumps on the scalp. I have been to many different dermatologists. All prescribed different antibiotics. Have been on Betadine AD shampoo. As long as I am on Antibiotics, my scalp will be clear. Once antibiotics are stopped, the blisters and pus returns w

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Dr. Govind S Mittal Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Hi. Greetings . thanks for the detailed history. I am sure you have undergone quite a lot of distress due to your problem. I guess I should be able to help you out better on a personal consultation an ... Read More

Can I use hair oil or cream after the treatment of scalp folliculitis? I have been taking isotretinoin from past 6 months.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 351 Views v

Dr. Sankeerth Vijayakumar Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Ideally a shirt contact for one hour per week just before had bath would be enough. ... Read More

I've scalp Folliculitis, Doctor suggested me to use Betadine , I've got these 2 options which were available in market . Please help , what to use and how.?

Asked for Male, 26 Years 674 Views v

Dr. Sonal Chavan Dermatologist | Pune

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Scalp folliculitis needs oral and topical medications.akso stop using oil on your scalp as it may aggrevate the condition.comsult me online for further treatment ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I have been getting small pimple-like bumps on my scalp. They are raised and red, and some seem to have a yellowish/white material around the hair follicle. I have also noticed small yellow-brown plugs/crusts attached to some hairs after they come out. I’ve attached photos for reference. Could you please tell me what this might

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Asked for Male, 20 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

Hello Doctor, I have been getting small pimple-like bumps on my scalp. They are raised and red, and some seem to have a yellowish/white material around the hair follicle. I have also noticed small yellow-brown plugs/crusts attached to some hairs after they come out. I’ve attached photos for reference. Could you please tell me what this might

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Asked for Male, 20 Years 33 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ... Read More

I have folliculitis for 2-3 years. I have undergone allopathic treatment and have been taking medicines for 1 year, but there hasn't been much improvement yet. The doctor has suggested laser treatment.

Asked for Male, 24 Years 48 Views v

Dr. Priyanka Gupta Homoeopath | Jaipur

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Hi... Don't worry. Homeopathy has an excellent medicines for this folliculitis. Needs your complete details. Kindly consult me on nine zero seven nine double zero four zero nine four for proper evalua ... Read More

I've been getting blister like scabs on my virginal area, previously it happened near vulva, now it's on the top, after almost 2 months, the doctor last time said that it might be folliculitis and gave medication which worked fine, but now it's back again and I'm not sure about what it is, can someone please help with it

Asked for Female, 19 Years 30 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello doc, I am having painful and itching acne behind neck and head area. It is painful puss which burst while itching It seems scalp folliculitis I have tried washing with scalp plus shampoo and Benzoyl peroxide soap also applied clyndamycin gel but not got results Request to guide with antibiotics for the same Thanks

Asked for Male, 34 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

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Do you have acne pn face also? Dandruff hai ? ... Read More

Can recurrent folliculitis be prevented? Done full antibiotics courses. But it's recurrent in different place of the penis. Can this be prevented by anything, like anti bacterial soap etc?

Asked for Male, 31 Years 166 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello doctors I have been suffering with chronic scalp folliculitis for past few years, consulted various dermatologists but only temporary relief with antibiotics, is there any permanent solution for this?

Asked for Male, 35 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Yes this is scalp folliculitis. It can be treated effectively for complete clearance. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

Hi, I took a dermatologist appointment here and got prescription for Folliculitis- got 2 medicines and 1 Atarax lotion to put on my legs below knee. I got the red spots there and i tried not to itch it. After 1 week of taking the prescribed medication, the spots were leaving but the skin was becoming dry. So i itched the leg and now it has become

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 173 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Scalp folliculitis with itching acnes and thinning of hair. Using ketoconazole 2% thrice weekly, but not getting relief. What advice u give for such problems

Asked for Male, 38 Years 167 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have had a recurring problem with scalp boils with pus when I go to the doctor the say its scalp folliculitis and give antibiotics for few weeks and it come down and after 3 to 4 months they reappear and along with that I notice my cervical lymph node swelling too . Is there any permanent cure for this

Asked for Male, 37 Years 629 Views v

Dr. Amandeep Dermatologist | Khanna

You will need proper antibiotic course along with some topical antiseptic ... Read More

Hello. I have a skin condition, which was precious diagnosed with acute folliculitis on my back, see attached. I took some medicine before for a month , and it calmed down a bit, but now it's again back. I am worried now as it has now started growing in the hair of my neckline as well as my chest and armpits. It also creates small bumps for some da

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Asked for Male, 30 Years 320 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have been struggling with scalp folliculitis for over 8 years and have tried various medications prescribed by different doctors. While doxycycline helps while I'm taking it, the symptoms return once I stop the medication. Is there a permanent cure for this condition?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 7998 Views v

Dr. Murali Reddy Dermatologist | Nizamabad

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Hii... Scalp folliculitis can be due to various reasons Share some pics for clarification Kindly consult online for better understanding ... Read More

Have been suffering from scal folliculitis on a regular basis. Have even taken e-dox t tablets after consuting a doctor..and also used ketokem shapoo regularly with Klinface gel application on affected areas including face at times, but the issue re- surfaces in every few months. Looking for a long term if not permanent solution to the issue.

Asked for Male, 34 Years 126 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Can anybody plz tell me that can scalp biopsy detect bacterial, fungal,viral infection in scalp ???.

Asked for Female, 19 Years 114 Views v

Dr. M D Priyanka Dermatologist | Visakhapatnam

It can but to know regarding these infections scalp biopsy is not necessary Trichoscopy clinical examination can help ... Read More

Which medicated shampoo is best for bacterial sclap folliculitis I am using ketoconazole shampoo Should i use cetrilik shampoo

Asked for Male, 28 Years 1255 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... 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 117 Views v

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

It's bacterial infection..it will improve with medicine... for detailed medicine prescription do online consultation with photos ... Read More

I have got my hair chemically straightened at home since then I have extreme pain itching burning in my roots and uneven and pricking sensation in my roots after that I shaved my head then I found out I have small red pimples on my scalp and then I met a local dermat and he said it's scalp folliculities since then I have been continuously getting t

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Asked for Female, 19 Years 200 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am using fusidic acid cream on my sclap for folliculitis from last 3 months now my sclap is clear no folliculitis But one or two folliculitis come again so why it comes again if i complete my treatment and no folliculitis present so why some comes again Plzzz comment

Asked for Male, 28 Years 569 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... 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 526 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have been suffering from folliculitis since 4 years.I have oily scalp and skin Recently got to know [Emollient lotion or dermol 500 lotion ] reduces bacterial infection which infuse to promote folliculitis on the scalp 1)Is it good to use Emollient lotion for folliculitis in scalp? Pls give your advise sir/madam

Asked for Male, 26 Years 357 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

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Bacterial folliculitis scalp

I have been suffering from folliculitis in head since 4 years 1)Is there any best remedies for Reducing the (Folliculitis) bacteria on scalp in Ayurveda? 2) How to reduce Scalp & bacteria inflammation on scalp due to folliculitis on hair scalp? Pls give advise sir/madam

What is scalp folliculitis? Why this comes? Is there any Permanent solution for scalp folliculitis ??

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Is there any cure for chronic scalp folliculitis? I have been suffering from scalp folliculitis for last 3 years

I am suffering from scalp folliculitis for past two years and I am loosing hair now. Please suggest a permanent solution

I have scalp folliculitis. Which oil and shampoo i have to be used. I also suffering from hair loss there after this, is there any relation between hair loss and folliculitis

I have been suffering from scalp folliculitis bumps with pus on scalp from more than 2 1/2 years ,tried all medication but the problem was nt cured . Is der any treatment for scalp folliculitis to remove permanently?

Can I use hair oil or cream after the treatment of scalp folliculitis? I have been taking isotretinoin from past 6 months.

I've scalp Folliculitis, Doctor suggested me to use Betadine , I've got these 2 options which were available in market . Please help , what to use and how.?

I have folliculitis for 2-3 years. I have undergone allopathic treatment and have been taking medicines for 1 year, but there hasn't been much improvement yet. The doctor has suggested laser treatment.

Can recurrent folliculitis be prevented? Done full antibiotics courses. But it's recurrent in different place of the penis. Can this be prevented by anything, like anti bacterial soap etc?

Hello doctors I have been suffering with chronic scalp folliculitis for past few years, consulted various dermatologists but only temporary relief with antibiotics, is there any permanent solution for this?

Scalp folliculitis with itching acnes and thinning of hair. Using ketoconazole 2% thrice weekly, but not getting relief. What advice u give for such problems

I have been struggling with scalp folliculitis for over 8 years and have tried various medications prescribed by different doctors. While doxycycline helps while I'm taking it, the symptoms return once I stop the medication. Is there a permanent cure for this condition?

Can anybody plz tell me that can scalp biopsy detect bacterial, fungal,viral infection in scalp ???.

Which medicated shampoo is best for bacterial sclap folliculitis I am using ketoconazole shampoo Should i use cetrilik shampoo

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 am using fusidic acid cream on my sclap for folliculitis from last 3 months now my sclap is clear no folliculitis But one or two folliculitis come again so why it comes again if i complete my treatment and no folliculitis present so why some comes again Plzzz comment

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

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