How do you treat arm folliculitis?

Lifestyle and home remedies

  1. Apply a warm, moist washcloth or compress. Do this several times a day to relieve discomfort and help the area drain, if needed.
  2. Apply over-the-counter antibiotics.
  3. Apply soothing lotions.
  4. Clean the affected skin.
  5. Protect the skin.

Does bacterial folliculitis go away on its own?

Mild folliculitis usually heals on its own in about 2 weeks. You can take care of yourself at home with: A warm compress. This may ease itching and help healing.

Can a hair follicle get infected under the arm?

Sharing linens, towels or washcloths that have come into contact with the affected area is not recommended, since some infections can be passed from person to person. According to MedlinePlus, folliculitis, or inflammation of the hair follicles, can occur anywhere on the body where there are hair follicles, and is a common problem under the arm2.

What causes a bacterial infection in the hair follicles?

Bacterial folliculitis is a relatively common infection of the hair follicles, usually caused by a fungus, ingrown hair, or blockages from moisturizers or other products applied to the skin. Shaving or plucking hairs can also increase risk. 4  Symptoms of bacterial folliculitis include tiny, red bumps or white-headed pimples filled with pus.

What causes hair to fall out under arm?

Written on: According to MedlinePlus, folliculitis, or inflammation of the hair follicles, can occur anywhere on the body where there are hair follicles, and is a common problem under the arm. Folliculitis can be an irritation caused by shaving, friction or blockage of the follicles.

What are the symptoms of bacterial folliculitis?

Bacterial folliculitis. This common type is marked by itchy, white, pus-filled bumps. It occurs when hair follicles become infected with bacteria, usually Staphylococcus aureus (staph). Staph bacteria live on the skin all the time.

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