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