10 Folliculitis Symptoms
Article Sources
- 1. 'Folliculitis.' Mayo Clinic, 18 August 2020, https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/folliculitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20361634
- 2. 'Folliculitis.' Cleveland Clinic, 10 June 2021, clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17692-folliculitis-
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Acne-Like Rash
Having an acne-like rash as a symptom of folliculitis may be caused by the Malassezia yeast. When this fungus gets into the follicles, it can cause the skin to look like it is in the midst of an acne outbreak. The skin may also itch during the outbreak.2‘Folliculitis.’ Cleveland Clinic, 10 June 2021, clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17692-folliculitis-
The particular form of folliculitis may worsen with sweat and may be more prevalent along the upper chest and back.2‘Folliculitis.’ Cleveland Clinic, 10 June 2021, clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17692-folliculitis-
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