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$Unique_ID{BRK00932}
$Pretitle{}
$Title{What is "Barber's Itch"?}
$Subject{rash barber's itch fungus fungi fungal infection infections Skin
tinea barbae sycosis vulgaris Alibert s III topical fungistatic}
$Volume{A-20}
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Copyright (c) 1991-92,1993 Tribune Media Services, Inc.
What is "Barber's Itch"?
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QUESTION: I have flaky skin in both my ears; it is also very itchy. I also
have a patch in my hair near my neck. A friend of mine said I might have
"barber's itch". I never heard of this before. What can I do to cure this?
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ANSWER: A cure is generally never much better than the diagnosis that was
made before the treatment was recommended. If your friend's evaluation is
correct, this answer may help, but I would have a physician look at your
problem first before running off to get a medication. "Barber's Itch" is a
name used to describe a scaly, round rash that is located in the beard area,
and only affects men. Its medical names are "tinea barbae" and "sycosis
vulgaris" as well as "Alibert's III". It is caused by a fungus growth,
usually of the trichophyton family. The rash can also contain small abscesses
with the fungus growing inside, and the physician can make an accurate
diagnosis by looking at this material under the microscope. Treatment
consists of scrubbing thoroughly with soap and water, topical fungistatic
preparations and oral medications. Since your description is not typical, and
since these medications are prescription preparations, my advice to see your
physician should be seriously considered.
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The material contained here is "FOR INFORMATION ONLY" and should not replace
the counsel and advice of your personal physician. Promptly consulting your
doctor is the best path to a quick and successful resolution of any medical
problem.