PerifolliculitisL73.8
DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
The spread of folliculitis to the perifollicular tissue. Transition to a boil is possible.
Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.
Reddened, edematous tissue around the follicle. S.a. Fibromatosis cutis, perifollicular, with colonic polyps.
External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Damp envelopes at the beginning with antimicrobial additives such as polihexanide (Serasept, Prontoderm), dilute potassium permanganate solution(light pink), quinolinol (e.g. quinosol 1:1000 or R042 ), polyvidone-iodine solution(e.g. Betaisodona solution). Additionally 0.5% Clioquinol in Lotio alba, also treat the surrounding area. If necessary, also pulling ointment such as 50% Ichthyol ointment or Ichtholan special ointment. On the neck, face and genitals, however, shale oil sulphonates should only be used up to 2%.
Internal therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
In pronounced cases, systemic antibiosis with penicillinase-resistant penicillins such as Dicloxacillin (e.g. InfectoStaph) 1-2 g/day in 4-6 ED In severe infections, the dose may be doubled. S.a.u. Boils. Especially infections in the face should be treated with caution (danger of ascending infection with dreaded sinus thrombosis).