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What Causes Folliculitis On Thighs, Headaches And Knee Pain?

Student at camp with what appears to be folliculitis on thighs. Denies hot tub, pool, or water park use. States knee joints are achey, and sometime it gets hot and feels like its burning. Headache and at times difficulty taking a deep breath... hard to gauge whats really going on.
Fri, 7 Jul 2017
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Hi,

I understand your concern.

A photo of the affected area is requested to evaluate the changes better.
Apart folliculitis, I need to know if any insect bite noted? Any changes on the hands?

Symptoms seems to be related to parasitic infection. Lyme disease is also to consider if bug bite is present.

Take anti-inflammatory meds like paracetamol or ibuprofen. Keep good local hygiene. Apply fusidic acid with hydrocortisone cream locally.
If no improvement, dermatologist to consult further.

Wish fast recovery.
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What Causes Folliculitis On Thighs, Headaches And Knee Pain?

Hi, I understand your concern. A photo of the affected area is requested to evaluate the changes better. Apart folliculitis, I need to know if any insect bite noted? Any changes on the hands? Symptoms seems to be related to parasitic infection. Lyme disease is also to consider if bug bite is present. Take anti-inflammatory meds like paracetamol or ibuprofen. Keep good local hygiene. Apply fusidic acid with hydrocortisone cream locally. If no improvement, dermatologist to consult further. Wish fast recovery.