A variation of foliculitis, which is the term used to describe an infection of the hair follicles, barber’s itch is an inflammatory condition of the hair follicles in the area of the face where the beard grows. It is typically brought on by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria and is made worse by shaving or touching rough materials.
The infection is typically mild, but the tiny pockets of one or more hair follicles may develop small, white pus-filled pimples around them. The itching can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, and in some cases, it may even be painful.
A few days are usually enough for a mild case of folliculitis to go away on its own, but for a severe case that may result in scarring and permanent hair loss, medical attention may be necessary.
Causes
The Staphylococcus aureus bacteria, which typically causes barber’s itch, invades hair follicles when they have been damaged for one of the following reasons: 1. Tight or excessive clothing; 2. Prolonged perspiration
Symptoms
When men start shaving, which leads to scarring and leaves the skin vulnerable to bacterial invasion and infection, small pustules first appear on the upper lip, chin, and jaw, then become more common as shaving continues. Barber’s itch is typically marked by an itchy, small, white pus-filled pimples in the beard area of the face.
HOMOEOPATHIC REMEDIES
When it comes to treating Barber’s itch, there are many effective medicines available in homoeopathy, but the choice depends on the individuality of the patient, taking mental and physical health into account. Homoeopathy is currently a rapidly growing system that is used throughout the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach to the sick individual by promoting inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical levels
Barber’s itch can be successfully treated with homoeopathic medicines, some of which are listed below.
CALCAREA SULPHURICA 30—Calcarea sulph is one of the best treatments for Barber’s itch, which causes the beard to be covered in yellow scabs, eruptions on the face that ooze yellow, purulent pus, and numerous pimples under the hair that bleed when scratched.
CICUTA VIROSA 30When barber’s itch develops after shaving, cicuta virosa is recommended.
GRAPHITES 30Another effective treatment for Barber’s itch is graphite, which can be used to treat pimples that ooze a sticky fluid and are moist, crusty, and on the beard, around the mouth, and on the chin.
LITHIUM CARBONICUM 30Barber’s itch is characterized by scabby, tottery eruptions on the cheeks, which are preceded by red, raw skin and are followed by dull itch and itching on both cheeks. Lithium carb is prescribed for this condition.
PHYTOLACCA DECANDRA 30When pale or dark red inflamed eruptions with itching start to appear in the beard and get worse from washing, phytolacca dec is prescribed. The cheek skin also becomes dry, rough, and shriveled.
PETROLEUM 200—Petroleum should be used to treat Barber’s itch, which causes dry, sensitive, rough, and cracked skin that is more problematic in the winter.
RHUS TOXICODENDRON 30—Rhus toxicodendron is prescribed for Barber’s itch, a condition where the beard area develops moist eruptions, thick scabs, and itching. Pus erodes the hair, and the itch is made worse by sweating and rubbing the eruptions. Itching is relieved by washing with hot water.
SULPHUR IODIDE 3xIf you have papular eruptions on your face and your hair feels erect, sulfur iodide is a great treatment for barber’s itch.
TELLURIUM 200Tellurium works to treat Barber’s itch, which causes itchy, stinging pain on the affected area as well as ringworm-like eruptions and an offensive odor.
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