5 tips against folliculitis

The Folliculitis it's a problem ofskin that arises when hairs They can not penetrate the thin layer of the epidermis. These grow below the skin, causing inflammation and, in many cases, infection .

For the dermatologist Miriam Neri , some men seek to eliminate the hair not only for vanity or aesthetics, but because they present skin problems, such as Folliculitis , in certain parts of the body.

"Folliculitis is a common condition in men that starts when the hair follicle It is damaged due to friction with the rake or clothing, such as the shirt or sports shorts, causing a infection which leads to redness, itch , rashes with pus similar to mud or pimples and scabs. In these cases, it is important that the patient follows an adequate treatment to avoid the repercussions in the skin that can be irreversible, "explained the specialist.

This problem affects men the most, in the beard , the moustache wave nape , generating many times scars bulky

Here we present five tips to prevent it:

  1. Do not wear tight clothing or rubbing the skin constantly.
  2. In the case of men, space the shaving so that the skin recover Do it gently to avoid injuries and decrease the friction of the knives with the skin .
  3. To prevent hair from getting buried, rub with a sponge in the area while you shower and apply moisturizing cream (with aloe vera or rosehip) that will help prevent.
  4. Avoid the hair removal with wax or other methods that extract the hair of root.
  5. Thehair removal known as "definitive" destroys with heat the hair follicle , and although over time new follicles can be activated, and grow again hair It will grow, it is a good long-term option.

If you observe any hair Under skin , go to a dermatologist to evaluate the seriousness of the case and indicate the appropriate treatment.

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Video Medicine: Folliculitis and Acne with Dallas Dermatopathologist Dr. Clay Cockerell (March 2024).