Sunday, October, 25, 2009
Folliculitis
Health Encyclopedia: Hot Tub Folliculitis
Prevention
Careful attention to controlling the pH and chlorine content of the hot tub may help to prevent hot tub folliculitis.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Sue Chung
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Health Expert
...ingrown hairs, which are also referred to as pseudofolliculitis barbae. When shaving, make...
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By Dr. Grayson, M.D.
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Health Expert
...drainage if needed. Blocked hair follicles, or folliculitis is probably the most common...
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Health Guide
.........hot tubs made of wood, unless the water's acid and chlorine levels are strictly controlled. Hot tub
folliculitis can be seen within several hours to 2 days of exposure. It first appears as...
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.........medications to control the infection. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis)
Folliculitis usually responds well to treatment, but may recur. Complications ...
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.........follicles are damaged by friction from clothing, blockage of the follicle, or shaving. In most cases of
folliculitis, the damaged follicles are then infected with the bacteria Staphylococcus...
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...Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of hot tub
folliculitis.
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Pseudo
folliculitis barbae; Tinea barbae; Barber's itch Symptoms Common symptoms include a rash, itching, and pimples or pustules near a hair...
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