Folliculitis is a skin condition that results in the inflammation of hair follicles. The symptoms include clusters of white or red bumps around the hair follicle, itchy or burning skin, and the skin becomes tender. This condition is most commonly caused due to infection with the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus.
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What is folliculitis of scrotum?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 29 year old male. I am having pimples on the surface of the scrotum since last seven years. Sometimes there is itching and irritation. My father also have the same problem, but still not taken any treatment. A sample picture is attached here with this query for your reference. Cou... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. From the photograph (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and symptoms my diagnosis is folliculitis of scrotum which is nothing but infection of the hair follicle. First we should rule out whether you are a diabetic or not. For that get a blood sugar test ... Read Full »