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Bacterial folliculitis: Bacterial folliculitis

Types

Defining Characteristics

Follicular centered pustules or erythematous papules that are slightly pruritic and/or tender

Disease Development

Bacterial infection of hair follicles transmitted from direct contact with infected person or autoinoculation

Potential Causes

S. aureus, occlusion of non-dermatologic areas

Risk factors

Chronic S. aureus carrier Irritation
Shaving
Occlusion

Lab/Imaging

Clinical (pustules/papules w/ hair follicle in middle) Gram stain/Cx

Conventional Treatment

Topical Abs
Oral Abs (if extensive, recurrent)

Complications

Abscess formation

Prevention

Prevention to avoid recurrence- Antibmicrobial washes, bleach bathes