Folliculitis Flashcards
1
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Definition
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Inflammation of the hair follicle resulting in formation of papules and pustules
2
Q
Causes
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Bacterial infections - mainly staph aureus
Eosinophilic folliculitis is not due to infection, is due to immunosuppression
3
Q
Presentation
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Papules and pustules, anywhere on the body
4
Q
Differentials
A
acne vulgaris
Impetigo
Contact dermatitis
Herpes simplex
5
Q
Investigations
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- mostly clinical diagnosis
- if its eosinophilic, skin biopsy is required and eosinophils will be present on skin surface
6
Q
name the two types
A
Bacterial
Eosinophilic
7
Q
Management
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- Topical antibiotics
- Oral antibiotics
