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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

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Shaving Pains
By Sue Chung , Health Expert

...ingrown hairs, which are also referred to as pseudofolliculitis barbae.   When shaving, make... Read more »

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Vagina Lumps & Bumps: What are they?
By Dr. Grayson, M.D. , Health Expert

...drainage if needed.   Blocked hair follicles, or folliculitis is probably the most common... Read more »

Health Guide

Hot tub folliculitis
.........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... Read more »
Folliculitis
.........medications to control the infection. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Folliculitis usually responds well to treatment, but may recur. Complications ... Read more »
Folliculitis
.........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... Read more »
Hot tub folliculitis
...Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if you develop symptoms of hot tub folliculitis. Read more »
Folliculitis
Pseudofolliculitis barbae; Tinea barbae; Barber's itch Symptoms Common symptoms include a rash, itching, and pimples or pustules near a hair... Read more »