In dermatology, vulgar sycosis is understood as a disease of a chronic nature, the course of which is accompanied by the formation of ulcers in places where hair follicles are located. In most cases, inflammatory formations are localized on the face, less often in the armpits and pubis. The following describes what sycosis, the causes and symptoms of the disease.
Development mechanism
The causative agent of the disease is Staphylococcus aureus. If a person suffers from any neuro-endocrine disorders, the sensitivity of the hair follicles changes. With the simultaneous exposure to these provoking factors, the development of the pathological process starts.
Initially, folliculitis forms on the surface of the skin. They are arranged in groups and look like discs. As they grow, neighboring areas of the skin are involved in the pathological process. Over time, there are more and more ulcers, they are located at the closest possible distance from each other. When they open, the pathological contents spread throughout the skin, forming a crust. When the latter disappear, a wet surface and blood remain in their place.
Vulgar (staphylococcal) sycosis significantly worsens the appearance of a person, against the background of which the patient has frequent episodes of depression. He can no longer lead an active lifestyle and closes in himself.
Causes
Not always when infected with staphylococcus, common sycosis (vulgar) develops. It occurs only in the presence of a provoking factor. As a rule, this is a systematic damage to the skin or some diseases.
The main causes of the development of vulgar sycosis:
- Shave regularly. The main factor in men. During shaving, tiny cuts are formed on the skin, which are a favorable environment for the propagation of pathogenic microorganisms.
- Diabetes. Pathology is one of the main causes of not only sycosis, but also other diseases of a dermatological nature.
- Weakening the protective properties of the skin. In most cases, a violation of this function occurs against the background of the frequent use of degreasing cosmetics.
- Diseases of a chronic nature. They contribute to the spread of staphylococcus.
- Weakening of the body's defenses. It occurs against the background of frequent episodes of the common cold, prolonged exposure to stress, and physical overload.
- Inadequate hygiene. Due to this, the spread of the inflammatory process occurs very quickly.
- Chronic runny nose. The secreted secret contains a large amount of pathogenic flora.
- Chronic conjunctivitis. Often, pathology is the precursor of vulgar sycosis of the eyelids.
In addition, a provoking factor is also the removal of hair from the nasal cavity with tweezers.
Symptoms
In most cases, the manifestations of the disease are pronounced, and therefore the diagnosis of vulgar sycosis is not difficult.
At the initial stage of development, an inflammatory process occurs on the skin. When you touch the focus of the pathology, painful sensations arise. The skin acquires a red tint, while the patient complains of a constant feeling of fullness.
As the disease progresses, single nodules form, over time, their number increases. They are filled with purulent contents, then after it flows out, the skin becomes covered with crusts of green or dirty yellow color. Against this background, the general well-being of the patient worsens somewhat. Swollen tissues itch, often there is a burning sensation. At the same time, the skin looks extremely groomed and repulsive.
Vulgar sycosis is a chronic pathology. This means that at the same time it is possible to detect both crusts that are at the stage of drying and newly formed abscesses. Even after complete healing of folliculitis, the skin appears to be rough and inflamed. The ulcers formed later, often go beyond the primary focus of the pathology.
With timely treatment, it is possible to improve the appearance of the skin. If the patient suffers from unpleasant symptoms of vulgar sycosis of the scalp, alopecia can be avoided during therapy. With deep lesions, rough scars form on the skin. In their place, as a rule, hair no longer grows.
Diagnostics
If the first alarming symptoms occur, consult a dermatologist. Only a doctor can competently talk about how to get rid of vulgar sycosis in each case.
The disease has vivid clinical manifestations (painful sensations, a feeling of fullness, abscesses, inflamed skin, crusts, etc.), and therefore it will not be difficult for a specialist to make an accurate diagnosis. But at the same time, pathology must be differentiated from lupoid and parasitic sycosis. In the first case, the symptoms are somewhat different. The causative agent of parasitic sycosis is a fungus, staphylococcus joins a little later.
For differentiation, laboratory research methods are prescribed. These include a blood test and bacterial culture. In the process of diagnosis, the pathogen is determined, and the degree of its sensitivity to antibiotics is also evaluated.
Treatment
The duration of therapeutic measures is determined by the doctor. As a rule, the treatment of vulgar sycosis takes a very long time.
Therapy includes the following items:
- If the disease is at the initial stage of development, the doctor prescribes the use of lotions with boric acid and potassium permanganate. It is advisable to carry out such treatment during periods of exacerbation. The above components prevent the spread of infection and help soften purulent crusts (if any). As soon as the latter are torn away from the skin, it is necessary to apply alternately ointments based on gentamicin and synthomycin.
- When the process of formation of purulent formations subsides, the foci of pathology should be regularly lubricated with brilliant green. The healthy skin around them must be treated with iodine. In the same period, administration or intravenous administration of antibiotics is indicated. As a rule, doctors prescribe "Tetracycline" to combat sycosis. In addition, it is recommended to undergo a course of ultraviolet therapy and laser treatment.
- With very large foci of pathology, it is advisable to carry out autohemotransfusion and administer a staphylococcal vaccine to the patient. In addition, vitamin preparations and iron-containing agents are prescribed to the patient. They are necessary in order to save the patient from nervous disorders and strengthen the defenses of his body.
During treatment, it is necessary to minimize the risk of a violation of the integrity of the skin.
Folk methods
During therapy, the use of alternative medicine methods is allowed. It is preliminary recommended to obtain the approval of the attending physician.
The most effective recipes for vulgar (ordinary) sycosis:
- Peel 1 potato tuber, grate it. Using the resulting mass, make compresses, the duration of each should be 2 hours.
- Wipe the foci of pathology regularly with freshly squeezed aloe juice.
- Take 1 tsp. shredded leaves and roots of dandelion. Pour in raw materials 200 ml of water. Put the container on fire, boil for 5 minutes. Then let the liquid brew for about 8 hours. Take the drug twice a day for 100 ml.
The regular use of alternative methods reduces the severity of unpleasant symptoms and increases the effectiveness of drug treatment.
Power Features
A strict diet during the treatment of vulgar sycosis is not required. However, spicy foods should be completely eliminated from the diet. In addition, with the disease it is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol-containing drinks.
Forecast
In most cases, it is favorable. Against the background of timely treatment, the skin takes on its original appearance, due to which the patient's quality of life returns to its previous level.
Ignoring the problem leads to the spread of the pathological process. It can affect the entire face and scalp. In the presence of deep lesions in the place of abscesses, rough scars form. In these areas, as a rule, hair no longer grows.
Prevention
To prevent the development of vulgar sycosis, due attention must be paid to hygiene. At the same time, men are advised to shave gently to prevent cuts. It is important to use sharp blades and disinfect them regularly.
An important role in the prevention of the disease is the treatment of cuts. Their edges must be wiped with alcohol, then the wounds must be washed with a solution of hydrogen peroxide.
It is also recommended to avoid frequent use of cosmetics with an alkaline composition and degreasing effect. Otherwise, there is a thinning of the skin, through which the pathogen is easier to penetrate into the body.
It is important to treat all available diseases in a timely manner. According to statistics, pathology is most often diagnosed in people with significantly weakened immunity.
Finally
Vulgar sycosis is a dermatological disease in which an abscess forms on the face or scalp. Pathology has a pronounced symptomatology, in connection with which it is not difficult for a doctor to make an accurate diagnosis at the stage of examination of the patient. Treatment of the disease involves the administration and external use of medications, as well as physiotherapy. Good results can also be achieved using folk methods. To prevent relapse, it is important to carry out preventive measures.