Follicular Contact Dermatitis Revisited: A Review Emphasizing Neomycin-Associated Follicular Contact Dermatitis

The 2014 review titled "Follicular contact dermatitis revisited: A review emphasizing neomycin-associated follicular contact dermatitis" focused on follicular contact dermatitis, a condition characterized by individual papules with a central hair follicle, often resulting in hair loss and inflammation. The document highlighted neomycin, a common antibiotic found in topical creams and ointments, as a frequent cause of this dermatitis. The authors suggested that factors such as patient allergenicity, characteristics of the agent, the vehicle containing the agent, application of the agent, and external factors could influence the development of this condition. The primary treatment for follicular contact dermatitis is the withdrawal of the causative agent, with topical corticosteroids also used to promote resolution of the dermatitis. The authors emphasized the importance of recognizing the symptoms and avoiding products containing neomycin to prevent the condition.