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Is there a strong home remedy for folliculitis--slight rash all over the body--clindamycin helps but doesn't seem to completely remove--rash is spreading-everywhere!
(11 Dec 2007)

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Folliculitis is a skin disorder which involves infection of the hair follicles. These small white headed pimples in mild form also can be pretty embarrassing and irritating.

Home remedies for Folliculitis –
  • Apply warm compresses over the affected areas on the body.


    This will help to heal your rashes and also avoid its further spread. To help the boil burst and drain on its own you can also add salt in this warm water and use this water for compress.
  • Avoid wearing tight fitted clothes.


    Wear lose comfortable cotton clothes where in you skin gets some space to breathe.
  • Shave carefully to avoid any cuts and bruises. In case you are a women then prefer other hair removal methods.
  • Use chlorine in your hot tub at regular intervals. Other commercial hot tubs should be used if you are ensured about their hygiene.
  • Don’t share your towels and bed sheets with other people and wash your towels and clothes after every use in hot water.
answered by Dr S on 2 Jan 2008, 12:12:44

 

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