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Folliculitis
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Folliculitis is an infection of the hair follicles, which are the small pouches in the skin from which hairs grow. Folliculitis can develop on any part of the body that has hair. But it is most common on the face, scalp, and areas rubbed by clothing, such as the thighs and groin.
Last Updated:
May 25, 2011- Medical Review:
- E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology
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