Disseminated Recurrent Pilar Folliculitis

Disseminated recurrent pilar folliculitis is chronic recurrent pruritic follicular papules/pustules on trunk/proximal extremities, of unknown cause, in adults. Treatment: topical antibiotics/steroids; oral antibiotics (tetracyclines); hygiene; avoid tight clothing/occlusion; warm compresses; biopsy to rule out eosinophilic folliculitis/bacterial folliculitis; follow-up dermatology; monitor chronicity.

Common Symptoms

Recurrent follicular papules/pustules; trunk/proximal extremities; pruritic

Causes and Pathogenesis

Unknown chronic follicular inflammation causes recurrent pilar folliculitis.

Treatment

Topical/oral antibiotics/steroids; hygiene; avoid occlusion; biopsy

Preventive Measures

Loose clothing; hygiene; avoid irritants.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Dermatology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.