There is no cure for herpes. It is sometimes called itchy red bump disease. Folliculitis affects the skin where the hair on the body grows. The skin becomes red and swollen, and develops small red lesions or bumps that are painful and itchy. Folliculitis can be difficult to treat and requires a doctor s care.
Some doctors prescribe drugs called antihistamines to reduce the itching.
People with folliculitis may also take baths with Aveeno powder and use a prescription lotion to help heal the skin. People with serious folliculitis may need to take oral prescription drugs like itraconazole. Parasites and the Skin Parasites are living organisms that live on humans. Parasite infections can cause skin illnesses. Two common parasites are scabies and demodex folliculorum.