Folliculitis

[drlove]

Awhile back (February 2nd) I shaved my nether regions. Now, there are still about five red spots down there that haven't healed yet. My LF, who happens to be a nurse, thinks it's folliculitis. Is there a way to get rid of it, and how long before my scabs are fully healed? I want to get back to fucking!

Thanks.

 

[great bear]

Awhile back (February 2nd) I shaved my nether regions. Now, there are still about five red spots down there that haven't healed yet. My LF, who happens to be a nurse, thinks it's folliculitis. Is there a way to get rid of it, and how long before my scabs are fully healed? I want to get back to fucking!

Thanks.

What the hell did you shave your privates with a weed eater?

 

[a 1 player]

Next time take a hair clipper and go real short instead.

 

[elmo]

Your LF doesn't have an answer?

 

[johnnyone1]

More likely used his Lf's rusty leg razor

Try some Polysporin cream or Vitamin E cream, both aid in healing.

Two plus weeks seems like a long time for it to heal. Maybe you should consult a Physician. We don't want gangrene to set in.
Try not wearing underwear so that the air can circulate and help keep "the region" dry.

 

[drlove]

What the hell did you shave your privates with a weed eater?

Something like that! *lol*

 

[drlove]

Your LF doesn't have an answer?

She told me I need to "exfolliate" when I'm in the shower.

 

[toughb]

For those who haven't had the pleasure.

"With common names like hot tub folliculitis and barber's itch, folliculitis may sound more like a bad joke than a skin disorder. But folliculitis, an infection of the hair follicles, is no laughing matter. Severe cases may cause permanent hair loss and scarring, and even mild folliculitis can be uncomfortable and embarrassing.

Folliculitis usually appears as small, white-headed pimples around one or more hair follicles — the tiny pockets from which each hair grows. Most infections are superficial, and they may itch, but on occasion they're painful. Superficial folliculitis often clears by itself in a few days, but deep or recurring folliculitis may need medical treatment."

 

[DistantVoyeur]

*note to self*

Trim, not shave.

You have my deepest sympathy, hope all goes well.

p.s. if it helps I've got a spare battery in the garage to help with that zapping.

 

[Gentle Ben]

I'm not making lite of your situation by any means, but I have to share,,,
could always do this http://h1.ripway.com/bigmoviestar/waxingcomic.JPG

 

[Jade4u]

I found this in my search and there is other article sections to click on too.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/folliculitis/DS00512/DSECTION=10

Self-care
Mild cases of folliculitis often respond well to home care. The following suggestions may help relieve discomfort, speed healing and prevent the infection from spreading:

Apply a warm, moist washcloth or compress to the affected area several times a day.
Try an oatmeal lotion or an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream to help soothe itchy skin.
Gently wash the infected skin twice a day with antibacterial soap or apply an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment.
Avoid shaving irritated skin. If you must shave, use an electric razor rather than a blade, and apply a soothing after-shave lotion when you're finished.
To help a boil or carbuncle burst and drain more quickly, apply a soft cloth soaked in warm salt water to the affected area for about 30 minutes several times a day. Prepare the salt water by adding 1 teaspoon of salt to 1 quart of boiling water. Let cool until comfortably warm.
Don't share your towels or washcloths, and launder them in plenty of hot, soapy water after every use. Wash clothes that cover the affected areas after each wearing.

 

[drlove]

How long does something like this take to heal?

 

[jwmorrice]

How long does something like this take to heal?

I hate to make light of your misery but this thread gave me a laugh. What a ridiculously vain species we are! When will it all heal up? I'm sure the answer is "eventually".

jwm

 

[drlove]

I hate to make light of your misery but this thread gave me a laugh. What a ridiculously vain species we are! When will it all heal up? I'm sure the answer is "eventually".

jwm

Well, the reason I'm asking is because apparently I'm not supposed to have sex until I'm fully healed. Just wondering how long these things usually last, that's all.

 

[johnnyone1]

If it's still red and inflamed after two weeks, you should probably seek a medical opinion.

If it's scabbed over and dried, just keep clean and apply the polysporin a couple of times a day.

Be patient

 

[drlove]

Update

I went and saw the doc today. He prescribed Fucidin cream to be applied twice daily. He said it should clear up in about two weeks.

 

[johnnyone1]

I went and saw the doc today. He prescribed Fucidin cream to be applied twice daily. He said it should clear up in about two weeks.

Thanks for the update.

I barely slept last night with all the worrying about your poor little inflamed follicles.

Cheers -- Johnny

 

[luv2fress]

whoa

Johnnyone.............way too funny

Drlove.............you can have sex, just not with someone else

 

[jwmorrice]

I went and saw the doc today. He prescribed Fucidin cream to be applied twice daily. He said it should clear up in about two weeks.

How are things coming along?

jwm

 

[drlove]

How are things coming along?

jwm

Getting a bit better, but not much. I still have 4 red spots down there,even though I've been applying the Fucidin cream faithfully every day. I'm thinking about booking a re-check appointment with my doctor next week. I think he should have given me something stronger, like oral antibiotics. Playing the waiting game sucks.