Folliculitis
Folliculitis is an inflammatory condition affecting the hair follicles, which are the small pockets in the skin from which hairs grow. It occurs when hair follicles become infected or irritated, leading to red, inflamed, and sometimes pus-filled bumps.
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# Folliculitis Treatment Summary Topical therapies like **benzoyl peroxide** and **mupirocin** serve as first-line treatments for mild to superficial folliculitis, with benzoyl peroxide offering broad antibacterial activity and low resistance risk. For moderate to severe cases, **cephalexin** is a good broad-spectrum option but requires pairing with MRSA-covering agents like **doxycycline** or bactrim. **Doxycycline** is preferred for MRSA-related folliculitis due to effectiveness against resistant bacteria and anti-inflammatory benefits. **Clindamycin** also covers MRSA for severe infections but carries higher side effect risks, including C. difficile infection.
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