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Folliculitus

Folliculitus

How long does it take for folliculitus (folliculitis) to go away?
and When it's gone, do i have to worry about it coming back?
Will it come back?
Please help.
Thank you.
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Hi

Treatment of folliculitis includes hot compresses, antibiotic course, anti-itch creams and antifungal medications to control the infection. Resolution depends on the cause and severity of infection and may vary from a few days to a few weeks. Complicated cases may need a few months for complete resolution.  Usually folliculitis usually responds well to treatment, but may recur and spread to other body parts.

Hope it helps. Take care

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Are you saying that it might come back or probably will?
About how much of a chance will it come back?
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Are you saying that it might come back or probably will?
About how much of a chance will it come back?
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