follicultis face

[mikenapoli12]

hi all
i have been having recurring follicultius on my face for about 12 months its started 2 months after i finished two types of antibiotics amoxicillian and augmentin for my tooth infection. a month before that i had a handjob and prostate massage from a csw but my doc said its no risk episode since i didnt have sex. its one or two pimples never more they heal in a week but show up again when i shave usually. its better when i dont shave. its mostly on one side of my face. me poping it i guess makes it worse once it stats to heal the skin becomes flaky. what is up with me? anyone has same experience it itches a little sometime but not alot.

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
For folliculitis, keep the area clean and apply some topical antiseptics. Also wear loose-fitting cotton clothing and use an antibacterial soap or mild soap like dove. Avoid any kind of cosmetics. Topical antibiotics such as mupirocin or neomycin containing ointment are also useful. In case the symptoms persist then oral antibiotics may be needed. Please consult a dermatologist in that case.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.

[mikenapoli12]

anyone