10 Causes of Skin Rashes
Cause #7: Folliculitis
Folliculitis is a common skin disorder that is characterized by an inflammation of the hair follicles. Infection of these hair follicles is also possible. Viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites can cause folliculitis. It starts as a skin rash characterized by small red bumps, or yellow tipped or white tipped pimples. Over time, as the inflammation of the hair follicles progresses, crusty sores can develop. One or many hair follicles can be affected at the same time.
Risk factors that increase the possibility of developing folliculitis include shaving, ingrown hairs, wearing tight clothes, acne, dermatitis, skin injuries, using an unclean hot tub, using an unclean swimming pool, having a weaker immune system due to HIV/AIDS or cancer, and being overweight.
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