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Content updated on 2022-06-02
What is folliculitis / furuncle / carbuncle?
Infection of the hair follicles by bacteria or fungi. As more hair follicles are involved, they can merge under the skin to become carbuncles.
Symptoms related to folliculitis / furuncle / carbuncle
Skin abnormality
Lumps under the skin
Redness in the affected area
Swelling of the affected area
Red or yellow skin lumps
Affected area of skin has stinging or tingling
Skin lumps with scabs in the center
Skin problem on the chest, tummy or back
Questions your doctor may ask to check for folliculitis / furuncle / carbuncle
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose folliculitis / furuncle / carbuncle
Do you have any skin problems?
Do you feel a lump/lumps under your skin?
Is the affected area red?
Is the affected area swollen?
Do you have yellow or red lumps/bumps on your skin?
Treatment for folliculitis / furuncle / carbuncle
Mild cases can be treated with good hygiene, creams or tablets. More severe cases may require a simple surgery to drain the pus.
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