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How Can I Get Rid Of Folliculitis On The Buttocks ?

foliculitis i have been diagnosed with folliculitis on the buttocks and also has spread in between my legs what can i do to get rid of this disgusting and very painful.
Thu, 12 Apr 2012
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Dermatologist 's  Response
Hi...,dear oat..,
Thanks for choosing HCM..,
FOLLICULITITS..it is Bacterial infection..,
Skin and Hairbuds are involoved..,
Pustules,painfull and oozing is Hallmark..,
So follow this treatment//.
1) Tab..Cefuroxime...(CEPTUM)..250 mg 2 times daily for 5 dys..,
2) Topical application of Mupirocin..cream.(T-BACT)..,
daiy 2 times...,
3) Dip that part in to the Lukewarm salt water and added ..,
KMno4 for 20 mts...
thanQ
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OBGYN Dr. Minoo Bhagia's  Response
Hello
Welcome to healthcaremagic forum
Get your blood sugar test done
It is better to consult a dermatologist before starting an antibiotic
Apply surfaz or neosporin ointment
Keep the area dry
Best wishes
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How Can I Get Rid Of Folliculitis On The Buttocks ?

Hi...,dear oat.., Thanks for choosing HCM.., FOLLICULITITS..it is Bacterial infection.., Skin and Hairbuds are involoved.., Pustules,painfull and oozing is Hallmark.., So follow this treatment//. 1) Tab..Cefuroxime...(CEPTUM)..250 mg 2 times daily for 5 dys.., 2) Topical application of Mupirocin..cream.(T-BACT).., daiy 2 times..., 3) Dip that part in to the Lukewarm salt water and added .., KMno4 for 20 mts... thanQ