Understanding The Different Types Of Folliculitis

Hot Tub Folliculitis

Hot tub folliculitis is caused by individuals spending a long time in a hot tub! This is because the bacteria that causes it thrives in warm and wet areas! Although the hot tub the most common cause, patients do get it elsewhere as well. This form of the infection occurs in the lower portion of hair follicles.

Patients with this type of folliculitis will have a red and bumpy rash. This rash will also be itchy! Only rare cases are not itchy. The rash does look similar to acne, and many of the bumps will be filled with pus! Most patients see this rash develop within a few hours or days following their time in the hot tub. Typically, the rash occurs under their swimsuit. It will also be on their chest, just below where the water hits in the tub! The rash often turns into tender and dark red bumps, which will be painful.

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