How to manage folliculitis in the vaginal area?

Question

Hello doctor,

I feel I have folliculitis in the vaginal area, and it is not only causing pain but also extreme itching. Can I use a topical antibiotic cream?

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern. You have mentioned that currently you are having folliculitis in the vaginal area and a similar lesion was also present last year. So in comparing both you can easily make out a diagnosis and confirm it to be folliculitis only. You can add a picture if it is possible and if you are comfortable, in case the diagnosis is not clear. Please answer the following questions:

1 For how long have you been having the symptoms?

2 Is folliculitis similar in terms of producing symptoms (severity) compared to last year?

3 How did you treat it? Was the topical antibiotic application enough last year or did you take antibiotics by mouth also?

Yes, you can apply topical antibiotic cream in the area. Take analgesics by mouth two times a day for the pain. Please reply to the above questions to guide you better, mam.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Regards.