The difference between fungal folliculitis and bacterial folliculitis lies in the causes, symptoms and treatment.
1. Etiology: fungal folliculitis is caused by fungal infections, such as furfuran spores. Bacterial folliculitis is caused by bacterial infections, commonly Staphylococcus aureus.
2. Symptoms: Fungal folliculitis is often found on the chest, back and other parts of the body that are prone to sweating and dampness, and there will be follicular red pimples with large lesions. Bacterial folliculitis can appear follicular red papules, some patients will be accompanied by redness, swelling, pain, itching and other symptoms, preferably in the neck and face, buttocks, thighs and other places.
3. Treatment: fungal folliculitis is mainly treated with antifungal drugs, such as ketoconazole, econazole, etc.; bacterial folliculitis is mainly treated with antibiotics, such as mupirocin, fusidic acid, etc..
There are many differences between fungal folliculitis and bacterial folliculitis, it is recommended to consult a doctor for examination and standardized medication after diagnosis.