Folliculitis, Dermatology FAQ

Sebaceous cyst issues? I originally had a black spot on my hand that I thought was folliculitis. After seeing a dermatologist, I was told it was a wound and not to worry about it. A few months later, it developed into a lump the size of a grain of rice. One day, it suddenly becam...

I have developed a sebaceous cyst on my scrotum? Doctor, I have a sebaceous cyst on the inner side of my right thigh near the scrotum. Initially, I consulted a urologist who diagnosed it as folliculitis and prescribed antibiotics for inflammation. After taking the medication for ...

Foreign body in the skin of the left lateral thigh? Hello, doctor. Recently, I developed a bump on the outer side of my thigh that resembles a pimple. It started as a red spot and then formed a pustule, which I squeezed to release yellow pus. It has since been crusting over (occa...

Anal issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask: Recently, while bathing, I noticed a soft lump under the skin on the right side of the anal area. It doesn't hurt, but there is slight tenderness when pressed. The color is similar to my skin tone but slightly whitish. I have ne...

Eczema or folliculitis? During my university years in Yilan, I remember that I started developing some red, raised lesions on my thighs, buttocks, and arms, which would leave scars. As someone who really cares about my appearance and loves to dress up, I became very self-consciou...

Eczema or folliculitis? During my university years in Yilan, I remember that I started to develop some red, raised spots on my thighs, buttocks, and arms, which would leave scars. As someone who really loves to look good and dress up, I became very self-conscious about it. Later,...

Suppurative hidradenitis It has been over ten years, and I experience outbreaks five to eight times a year, with lesions primarily located in the genital area. However, recently, I have had outbreaks in the groin and underarm areas. The lesions keep recurring in the same vicinity...

Differentiating between cauliflower and folliculitis (acne)? Dear Doctor, I have a red bump resembling a pimple on the lower right back of my penis, near the scrotum (in a hairy area). It can be squeezed to expel a white pus-like substance, similar to a comedone or pimple. Is thi...

Hello, how can I assist you? The doctor would like to ask: I previously had chronic urticaria and folliculitis due to Malassezia. The clinic conducted a blood test, and the report showed a positive antinuclear antibody (ANA) titer of 1:80. However, I am currently taking antihista...

In the summer, a patch of acne suddenly appeared on my shoulders and chest? Recently, on July 15th, I suddenly developed a patch of pimples on my right shoulder (there are also some on the upper part of my arm, estimated to be over 100). Below the clavicle, there are 2-3 on the l...

Folliculitis issues? Two weeks ago, I discovered a lump about one centimeter in size on my calf. It was slightly red at first, but it wasn't painful or very itchy. After seeing a doctor, he examined it and diagnosed it as folliculitis, prescribing medication. A week later, t...

Oral antibiotics for acne? Hello, doctor. I started taking oral antibiotics (Doxycycline) on the night of April 16, and as of now, May 2, my acne has significantly decreased, with no large pimples remaining, just a few closed comedones. I visited two clinics; one indicated that s...

Which department to see? I have been undergoing hair removal for a year, and during the first few sessions, I did not experience any issues. However, last month while showering, I noticed a small bump in the pubic area that resembles folliculitis. Initially, it was small and I di...

Seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp and folliculitis? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing scalp itching and pain since last September. After seeing a doctor, I was diagnosed with seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis (the doctor mentioned it as scalp acne?). I have been taking...

Recurrent folliculitis Hello Doctor: I have been struggling with folliculitis for the past six months, and it has been almost continuous during this period (previously, I usually only experienced it in the summer). Upon reflection, this situation began after I received my third v...

At the end of winter and the beginning of spring, it is common to develop boils? Hello Dr. Lee: I often develop boils at the end of winter and the beginning of spring, and this has been happening for three consecutive years. They occur on my feet and buttocks, starting as red ras...

Several red, swollen spots have appeared on the scrotal skin? Hello, doctor. Today I noticed a few red, swollen spots on the skin of my scrotum near the inner thigh, which are similar in size to acne. They are painful when touched but not itchy. I researched folliculitis, but the...

The medication prescribed for folliculitis seems to cause constipation? Hello Doctor: Recently, I developed folliculitis and after visiting a dermatologist, I was prescribed antibiotics with the following medications: 1. BAKTAR 2. POTARLON TABLETS 3. SUWELL. After taking this com...

Nodule near the navel? Hello doctor, may I ask what could be the small, pimple-like bumps next to the navel that seem somewhat different? They are slightly red; could this be folliculitis? Also, if there is an excessive amount of fine hair on the abdomen and chest, is there a ris...

Skin issues of the chest? Hello, I am currently 42 years old. After giving birth, I noticed that my chest occasionally develops pimples with pus. At first, I thought it was due to being overweight and having larger breasts, which made it easier for acne to form. After self-treatm...