Can a child get folliculitis?

Can a child get folliculitis?

Folliculitis, furuncles, and carbuncles are skin infections caused by bacteria. Any child can get these infections.

Why do children get folliculitis?

There are many causes for folliculitis, including: infections by Staphylococcus aureus or other bacteria, for example from water in hot tubs or swimming pools. irritation from shaving, plucking or waxing hair (especially common among those with very curly hair)

How do I treat folliculitis of the scalp?

What is the treatment for scalp folliculitis? The scalp affected by folliculitis should be washed with a mild normal shampoo as often as desired. Antidandruff shampoos containing antifungal agents such as ketoconazole or ciclopirox are sometimes helpful. Conditioner can be used if desired.

What triggers scalp folliculitis?

Folliculitis is most often caused by an infection of hair follicles with Staphylococcus aureus (staph) bacteria. Folliculitis may also be caused by viruses, fungi and even an inflammation from ingrown hairs.

Why does my 6 year old get boils?

Sometimes children can suffer from recurrent boils, which can spread to other household members. This is usually because a child carries a strain of bacteria that easily causes infection of any broken skin (minor cuts and scrapes).

What causes sores in a child’s head?

Painful sores, blisters, or bumps that develop on the scalp may be caused by: Infection of the hair shafts (folliculitis) or the skin (such as impetigo). An allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis). Viral infections, such as chickenpox and shingles.

Does scalp folliculitis ever go away?

Mild folliculitis usually heals on its own in about 2 weeks. You can take care of yourself at home with: A warm compress. This may ease itching and help healing.

What are the symptoms of folliculitis in children?

The skin can itch or burn and may drain pus or blood. Sometimes folliculitis can lead to more serious skin infections. Your doctor usually can treat mild folliculitis with an antibiotic cream or ointment. If your child has folliculitis on the scalp, he or she may need to use a shampoo that kills bacteria.

What is folliculitis of the scalp?

Folliculitis refers to an infection of the hair follicles, the tiny pouches under the skin that hold the hair. Folliculitis is most common on the parts of the body that experience friction, such as the face, scalp, back, and thighs.

What are the treatment options for folliculitis?

Sometimes folliculitis can lead to more serious skin infections. Your doctor usually can treat mild folliculitis with an antibiotic cream or ointment. If your child has folliculitis on the scalp, your child may need to use a medicated shampoo. Antibiotics your child takes as pills can treat infections deeper in the skin.

Can conditioner be used to treat scalp folliculitis?

Conditioner can be used if desired. The following medications may be helpful for scalp folliculitis: Topical antibiotics eg fusidic acid gel, clindamycin solution, erythromycin solution. Mild topical steroid lotions or creams. Oral antihistamines.