Superficial pustular folliculitis

Superficial pustular folliculitis
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Symptoms	Pustules, itching, redness
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Causes	Bacterial infection, fungal infection, yeast infection
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Diagnosis	Clinical examination, skin culture
Differential diagnosis	Acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis
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Treatment	Topical antibiotics, oral antibiotics, antifungal medications
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Superficial pustular folliculitis is a common skin condition characterized by the presence of pustules around hair follicles. It is often caused by bacterial, fungal, or yeast infections.

Signs and Symptoms

The primary symptom of superficial pustular folliculitis is the appearance of small, white-headed pustules on the skin, often accompanied by itching and redness. These pustules are typically found around hair follicles and can occur on any part of the body, but are most common on the scalp, face, neck, and upper trunk.

Causes

Superficial pustular folliculitis can be caused by a variety of infectious agents, including:

• Staphylococcus aureus (a type of bacteria)
• Malassezia species (a type of yeast)
• Dermatophytes (a type of fungus)

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of superficial pustular folliculitis is primarily based on clinical examination. A skin culture may be performed to identify the specific organism responsible for the infection.

Differential Diagnosis

Conditions that may resemble superficial pustular folliculitis include:

• Acne vulgaris
• Rosacea
• Seborrheic dermatitis

Treatment

Treatment options for superficial pustular folliculitis include:

• Topical antibiotics such as clindamycin or mupirocin
• Oral antibiotics for more severe cases
• Antifungal medications if a fungal infection is suspected

See Also

• Folliculitis
• Pustule
• Dermatology

External Links

• Folliculitis on WikiMD