Common Causes And Risk Factors Of Folliculitis

Sitting In An Improperly Maintained Hot Tub

It's common to develop folliculitis after sitting in an improperly maintained hot tub. In fact, this scenario is so common that there's a type of folliculitis named for it. Hot tub folliculitis, otherwise called pseudomonas folliculitis, occurs when an individual is exposed to a certain kind of bacteria. The pseudomonas bacteria can be found in multiple places, including heated pools and hot tubs without well-regulated pH and chlorine levels. In a well-maintained hot tub or pool, the chlorine levels are high enough to kill any potentially harmful bacteria. Hot tub folliculitis causes itchy, round, red bumps. They typically crop up twenty-four to forty-eight hours following bacteria exposure.

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Waxing

Waxing and shaving too close to the skin both have the potential to cause folliculitis. Waxing is far more likely to cause folliculitis than shaving, though. When individuals forcefully remove hair from the follicle, they cause stress to both the follicle and the skin surrounding it. It's common for individuals to develop inflammation and small bumps after waxing. These cases of folliculitis can be uncomfortable, but they usually subside within a few days. If the bumps are fluid-filled or white, they may be related to a mild infection rather than standard inflammation. Most cases of infection can be treated from home. More serious infections may need treatment with a course of antibiotics.