Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Will Putting Vaseline Help Preventing Folliculitis?
Hi, my boyfriend seems to develop folliculitis in his pubic and sac area after sex. We have tried different ways of preventing it and although sometimes it lessen it, he still gets a little. We were wondering if putting vaseline will help prevent the folliculitis? or what will?
Wed, 18 Jan 2017
Hi,
Putting Vaseline is only going to increase the folliculitis by causing blockage in the hair follicle opening. You need to use good topical and systemic antibiotics like fusidic acid and amoxicillin respectively.
Hope it helps. If you have any other question please do not hesitate to contact us.
Regards,
Dr. Atishay Bukharia
Putting Vaseline is only going to increase the folliculitis by causing blockage in the hair follicle opening. You need to use good topical and systemic antibiotics like fusidic acid and amoxicillin respectively.
Hope it helps. If you have any other question please do not hesitate to contact us.
Regards,
Dr. Atishay Bukharia
I find this answer helpful
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Folliculitis
Loading Online Doctors....