Understanding The Different Types Of Folliculitis

Bacterial Folliculitis

Bacterial folliculitis is the type that most individuals are referring to when they talk about folliculitis. This is because it is so common! It is not caused by yeast or fungus. Instead, it is the result of a bacterial infection! Typically, it is the staphylococcus aureus bacteria that causes this condition. This type of folliculitis affects both children and adults!

Certain types of clothing and ointments increase an individual's risk of developing it. Individuals are also at a higher risk of this condition when they shave or wax frequently. Other hair removal methods also heighten this risk! The reason for this is that frequent hair removal causes skin irritation. This allows bacteria to enter the hair follicles! Tight clothes increase friction on the skin, which also causes infection. Using topical corticosteroids and antibiotics long-term also increases the risk of bacterial folliculitis. Immunocompromised individuals see more severe breakouts with this condition!

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