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-
- 3. 'Folliculitis.' University of Michigan Health, 2 July 2020, uofmhealth.org/health-library/hw171614
Razor Bumps
The appearance of razor bumps, called pseudofolliculitis barbae, is very similar to folliculitis. This symptom happens when hair curls back and grows into the skin, and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria infects the area.2‘Folliculitis.’ Cleveland Clinic, 10 June 2021, clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17692-folliculitis-
This symptom is more common in Black men or those with curly hair. The best way to avoid it is the use of trimmers to shave. If left untreated, it can lead to scarring and hair loss.2‘Folliculitis.’ Cleveland Clinic, 10 June 2021, clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17692-folliculitis-
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