persistant spots/pimples

[dazza uk]

Hi,

Keep getting some persistant spots in the same place, they are v red and usually end up with a white head which pops when i wash my hair, then a day or two later they start up again also sometimes they bleed a little when they pop!

Anything good to try or do to stop them from coming back??

 

[janna]

Hi Dazza,

You are getting some folliculitis. Apply warm compress to the affected spots 2-3 times a day if you can. Once you pop the whiteheads, apply an antibiotic ointment. It's best to get some antibiotics to help clear it up as well. Let me know if you have any problems getting a prescription.

 

[dazza uk]

Have been applying the compress, will make an appointment with my gp n see if I can get some antibiotics n the ointment
Thanks Janna

 

[janna]

If you cannot get antibiotics, I may be able to bring some for you so keep me posted.

 

[dazza uk]

thanks, earliest appointment i could get is monday so i will let you know.

 

[janna]

Can you check your local pharmacy or drug store to see if they are stocked with Nizoral shampoo? Use every other day for 2 weeks. Speak to you soon.

 

[dazza uk]

Hi,
I actually have some nizoral, i will start using it every other day.

 

[dazza uk]

I have also been using witch hazel to help reduce the redness in the recepient area-should I stop using the witch hazel for the moment??

 

[janna]

That's good that you have Nizoral handy. Yes, stop using all products until the folliculitis is cleared up.

Thanks.

 

[Bigmac]

How are you getting on Dazza, i had a few of these spots in my crown after my HT, mine cleaered up with the warm damp cloth.

 

[dazza uk]

Hi,

i got a weeks worth of antibiotics( 4 times a day) and also antibiotic cream so hope this will help with the folliculitis.

 

[janna]

It should help but there are instances when another courses of antibiotics may be needed for it to fully clear up. Good luck and keep me updated.

 

[dazza uk]

My gp did say I may need another course if these don't fully clear it up.

 

[Bigmac]

Hopefully this course will clear it up.