What is hot tub folliculitis?

Answer by  rayven8099 (199)

Hot tub folliculitis is a bacterial infection of the hair follicles that occurs after contact with hot tub water contaminated by Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Answer by  Aubs (1089)

It is a bacterial infection from a poorly maintained hot tub. It infects the hair follicles and causes swelling. The areas that swell become painful bumps that must be treated with a prescribed medicine.

Answer by  jaimesgirl (1055)

Bleach, cleaning solutions, and bacteria that can be found in a hot tub can irritate the skin upon contact. This contact irritation can cause inflammation of the hair follicles in the skin. This is called folliculitis.

Answer by  tamkees (3203)

The bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa thrives in warm, wet areas, causing an infection of the hair follicles when using a contaminated hot tub. The condition starts as a rash and then develops into tender nodules which may become pus-filled. To avoid permanent scarring, see a doctor for treatment.

Answer by  champaign9497 (11977)

It sounds like too much hot tub use but you need to contact the doctor that diagnosed you to be sure they will be able to break it down.