Introitus nasi folliculitis L73.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Vibrating folliculitis

Definition
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Recurrent, long-lasting folliculitis of the hair at the nasal entrance, occurring mainly in men. Occasional abscess formation. Mechanical triggering is discussed.

General therapy
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Digital manipulations must be avoided!

External therapy
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Epilation of the hair, which is always inflamed. Disinfecting ointments or solutions such as polyvidon iodine (e.g. R204 R203, Betaisodona Lsg.), polihexanide (Serasept, Prontoderm) or Clioquinol-Lotio(e.g. R050 ) or Clioquinol cream ( R049, Linola-Sept). In the case of a high level of antibiotic-containing ointments (e.g. aureomycin ointment). In the inflammation-free state, careful nose care with nasal ointments containing dexpanthenol(e.g. Bepanthen).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020