Suggest Treatment For Recurrent Folliculitis
Question: Hello,
A little while ago I went to this site with concern of a rash I had on each of my thighs and was told it was folliculitis, since then it has mostly cleared up. However, today I woke up and noticed that I had a small-ish red spot in practically the same area on each of my inner thighs. When looking at them one red spot seemed to have a small hole in the center(may be open skin, I'm not sure) with a white circle around it. While I have experienced no pain, noticed no fluid, due to the location it still has me nervous. Upon research online it seems like some cases that sound similar can be from insect bites or friction or a number of other things, including STD's :( while I have never had unprotected sex it still has me quite nervous. I'm beginning to think I overreact with these things however I'd really like to be able to ease my mind. Thanks to whoever can help!
Brief Answer:
not std
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
You might have developed recurrent folliculitis.
Don't worry if you not done unprotected sex STD can be ruled out.
Can you please upload a photograph of the lesions. This willl help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
There is an option to upload photos on right side of query page.
Please utilize it.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I am very glad to hear about the STD portion! Hete are two photos of each thigh, i got the best ones i could i hope this helps!
Brief Answer:
recurrent folliculitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the photograph.
It is just recurrent folliculitis.
Apply ointment mupirocine twice daily.
You will recover within a week.
Thank you
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar