What medicine is effective for folliculitis

Folliculitis is a common skin disease that often occurs in areas with more hair. It is more common on the head in children. The main symptoms include the appearance of red papules that gradually become purulent and cause pain to the patient. At present, the main clinical treatment for folliculitis is drugs. You can choose Chinese patent medicine or Western medicine for treatment. Below we will give you a detailed introduction to the respective advantages of Chinese and Western medicine in the treatment of folliculitis, so that you can choose the medicine that suits you best.

In humanity's long battle against countless diseases, disease prevention and control is particularly important. Mastering the reasonable method of using medicine is of great benefit to the recovery of the disease. Folliculitis is a skin disease that occurs in both adults and children. So what are the commonly used medicines for folliculitis?

1. You can choose Chinese patent medicine

The pathogens that cause folliculitis are mainly Staphylococcus aureus, occasionally Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus, Pseudomonas and Escherichia coli. Folliculitis can be caused by damage caused by pulling, rubbing, scratching of the hair, maceration of the skin, local honey sealants and the use of corticosteroids. Chinese patent medicine has the advantages of few side effects and little irritation to the skin.

2. Western medicine can be used

1. Local treatment: After cutting the hair, use 2.5% iodine tincture for external use, apply it to the affected area several times a day.

2. Systemic treatment:

(1) For patients with multiple lesions, sulfonamides or antibiotics can be used as appropriate, and oral multivitamins can be taken.

(2) Immunity regulation: 4 ml of transfer factor is injected subcutaneously 1/2 day.

For seriously ill patients or those who have the conditions, ultraviolet rays, infrared rays, ultrashort waves, and thermal therapy can be chosen for treatment. Traditional Chinese medicine is more suitable for people who suffer from recurrent folliculitis due to physical reasons. For stubborn symptoms, vaccination can be considered.

The key to the treatment of folliculitis is to kill and inhibit bacteria, reduce inflammation and restore skin resistance. During the treatment of folliculitis, it is recommended to take some antibiotics orally to cooperate with the treatment, which can shorten the treatment cycle.