Treatment
... Baldness, whether permanent or temporary, can''t be cured. But treatments are available to help promote hair growth or hide hair loss. For some types of alopecia, hair may resume growth without any fo...

Complications
... Mild cases of folliculitis aren''t likely to cause complications, although the infection may recur or spread, leading to large, itchy patches of staph infection on the skin (plaques). Complications of...

Treatment
... Sometimes folliculitis goes away on its own in two or three days, but persistent or recurring cases are likely to require treatment. The therapy your doctor recommends will depend on the type and seve...

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...