What are the symptoms of fungal folliculitis?

Fungal folliculitis is a type of folliculitis. Its occurrence is often related to fungal skin infection. It has a serious impact on human health and the overall beauty of the skin. Therefore, we must detect and treat this disease early and never miss the best time for treatment. So what are the symptoms of fungal folliculitis?

1. Symptoms of fungal folliculitis

The symptoms of fungal folliculitis generally manifest as pyogenic cocci invading the area around the hair follicle opening, and inflammation limited to the upper part of the hair follicle. It is divided into two types: purulent and non-purulent. It is more common in people with low immunity or diabetes, and is prone to occur on the head and neck.

Folliculitis initially presents as red, solid papules, which rapidly develop into papular pustules, which then dry up and form scabs, leaving no trace after the scabs fall off. The rashes are numerous but not confluent. These symptoms of folliculitis are more common in adults. It is easy to occur in the head, neck, buttocks and vulva. The patient feels itching or mild pain, but generally has no systemic symptoms.

The rash initially appears as pinhead-sized red follicular papules, which gradually turn into miliary-sized pustules with hair running through the center and an inflammatory red halo around them. Most pustules appear in batches and do not merge with each other. After the pustule bursts, a small amount of pus and blood is discharged and a yellow scab is formed. The disease will heal once the scab falls off without leaving any scars.

Second, patients with fungal folliculitis should also pay attention to the following 3 points:

1. In daily life, pay attention to eating less spicy and irritating foods.

2. Drink more water, eat more fruits and vegetables, and maintain a daily bowel movement habit.

3. Avoid various external stimuli (scratching, hot water washing, soap scrubbing) and allergens.