folliculitis treatment in austin

Treatment depends on the cause and severity. Options range from prescription topical or oral medications to laser hair removal for chronic razor bump folliculitis. Your provider will evaluate your skin and recommend the most appropriate approach.

Most cases improve within one to two weeks of starting treatment. More persistent or deep folliculitis may take longer. Your provider will give you a realistic timeline based on your specific presentation.

In most cases, folliculitis is not easily spread from person to person. However, some bacterial forms can be transmitted through shared towels, razors, or direct skin contact. Hot tub folliculitis can affect multiple people who use the same water source.

You can schedule a consultation with our team at Revelus Dermatology in South Austin directly through our website. No referral is needed.

A dermatologist is the most appropriate provider for diagnosing and treating folliculitis, particularly for recurring or persistent cases. A dermatologist can confirm whether what you’re seeing is folliculitis or another condition, identify the cause, and recommend the right treatment. At Revelus Dermatology in Austin, our providers see patients for folliculitis without a referral.

For many patients, yes. Identifying and eliminating the underlying trigger, whether that’s a shaving habit, a specific clothing type, or a fungal imbalance, often resolves the condition long term. For chronic razor bump folliculitis, laser hair removal can provide a lasting solution by removing the hair causing repeated irritation.

Most folliculitis cases are caused by common Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and are not MRSA. In some cases, particularly in patients with recurring deep infections that don’t respond to standard antibiotics, a bacterial culture may be taken to rule out MRSA. If you’re concerned, a dermatologist can evaluate and test if needed.