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What Causes Recurring Folliculitis On Legs And Arms Despite Taking Antibiotics?

I have reoccurring folliculitis on my legs, arms and stomach. I have been in antibiotics before but it has returned and now and am on doxycycline following up with staphylex. I had thyroid cancer four years ago . I have tried natural therapies, topical treatments, bleach baths, the tree oil, beta dine wash, no soap only QV. now I have heard coconut oil massaged in after a shower works but would appreciate advice
Thu, 4 Feb 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurring folliculitis on legs and arms despite taking antibiotics which is a common skin condition in which hair follicles become inflamed which is usually caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. It occurs mainly due to friction and other reasons are heat, sweat and dermatitis. You need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep that area dry , wear loose cloths. You should apply a warm, moist washcloth or compress and apply soothing lotions. Take diet rich in fluids. Consult dermatologist for proper examination. You should gently wash the infected skin twice a day with antibacterial soap. Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or antifungal medicine along with procedure like laser hair removal and light therapy .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Recurring Folliculitis On Legs And Arms Despite Taking Antibiotics?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have symptoms of recurring folliculitis on legs and arms despite taking antibiotics which is a common skin condition in which hair follicles become inflamed which is usually caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. It occurs mainly due to friction and other reasons are heat, sweat and dermatitis. You need not to worry. I would suggest you to keep that area dry , wear loose cloths. You should apply a warm, moist washcloth or compress and apply soothing lotions. Take diet rich in fluids. Consult dermatologist for proper examination. You should gently wash the infected skin twice a day with antibacterial soap. Doctor may prescribe antibacterial or antifungal medicine along with procedure like laser hair removal and light therapy . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari