When should we consult a doctor, in case of which symptom self-medication is not allowed?
This is a condition where the hair grows back after shaving, tweezing or waxing.
Cases of hair growth are common in the face, legs, armpits and bikini area. The more often you have to shave, the greater the risk of ingrown hairs.
The following symptoms are characteristic:
- Skin irritation;
- A small knot-like bump that contains hair;
- Pain;
- Red, brown or purple coloration;
- Itching.
In the case of infected ingrown hair, the volume of the damaged area increases in size and the pain level also increases. A blistering rash is an indication that pus has accumulated around the follicle.
Ingrown hairs are not contagious.
Ingrown hair can be treated at home using the following methods:
- You should give up shaving for a while - let your hair grow;
- Use an electric shaver;
- Depilatory products are more acceptable;
- To open the pores, apply a warm cloth on the affected skin for 10-15 minutes.
If self-treatment does not bring results or the symptom is more severe, it is necessary to consult a specialist.
Sometimes appropriate medications are needed to treat inflammation and infection. In rare clinical cases, surgical intervention is necessary - sometimes it is possible to remove the pus and remove the ingrown hair with a scalpel.
The progression of the infection and the appearance of scars is facilitated by draining the pimple, therefore, mechanical irritation of the rash is not allowed.
Source:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17722-ingrown-hair
